Family visiting Chicago seeks help after mother loses hands and feet to severe infection

Source NBC Local
Original Load Date Oct. 14, 2026, 1:01 a.m.
Last Updated Oct. 14, 2026, 1:01 a.m.
Original URL https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/family-visiting-chicago-seeks-help-after-mother-loses-hands-and-feet-to-severe-infection/4002225/

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A family on vacation in Chicago has found themselves in need of help after their mother contracted a bacterial infection and underwent multiple amputations. Elorida Hermeneglido contracted Klebsiella, a type of bacteria normally found in human stool that can cause pneumonia, bloodstream infections,...