More children have tested positive for E. coli at six additional daycare sites in Calgary, according to Alberta's chief medical officer of health.
A daycare at the centre of an E-coli outbreak at several daycares is seen in Calgary, Alta., Friday, Sept. 15, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Joffe also says Vik Academy, which was part of the original closures and had since reopened, is once again closed as a precaution pending testing results. "To all the parents involved in this terrible situation, we hear you and understand what you are going through," a statement from his office reads. "However, it is crucial for parents who have children who attend these daycares follow the guidance being given to them by health care professionals.
Teagan Rogers, who lives in Crossfield, says her son Rhett got E. coli last October. With it came various complications. Charlie also spent time in hospital and is looking at various levels of blood work for the rest of her life. A group McAleer created -- YYC HUS Parent Support Group on Facebook -- has brought in some of those hurt by the latest outbreak.
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