Pediatric hemolytic-uremic syndrome

Hemolytic uremic syndrome is a primarily renal complication of infections caused by Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli. Although rare, it is a serious condition that primarily affects young children.

Our Mission

  • To conduct epidemiological surveillance of pediatric hemolytic uremic syndrome

  • Detecting outbreaks and guiding control measures

  • Informing the general public about preventive measures

In brief

Videos, infographics, key statistics, expert interviews… Find the latest news and key information on pediatric hemolytic-uremic syndrome here

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Recall of raw-milk Morbier cheeses produced by Perrin-Vermot due to possible ...

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Severe cases of hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) in children: new cases ...

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100 à 160

cases reported annually in France

infographics

The Story of a Food Recall

How does a food safety alert work in France? What is the organizational structure? Santé publique France outlines the process—from patient consultation to the issuance of an alert—in an infographic.

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In relation to

Outbreaks of foodborne illness

thematic dossier

A foodborne illness outbreak is defined as the occurrence of at least two cases with similar symptoms—typically gastrointestinal—that can be traced to a single food source. In France, such...

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