Parents Sue Abbott Over Baby's Death

The parents of 13-day-old Willow Jade Dellaquila, who died from a cronobacter sakazakii infection linked to Abbott's Similac Total Comfort infant formula, are suing Abbott Nutrition, which faced scrutiny in a 2022 crisis over contaminated products. An Illinois judge has allowed Cheyenne Ping and Christian Dellaquila to move forward with their lawsuit, despite their request to join similar lawsuits from other families affected by Abbott's formulas. Willow's case highlights ongoing concerns from the 2022 infant formula shortage, which was exacerbated by closures of Abbott's Sturgis, Michigan plant after shocking FDA inspections revealed unsanitary conditions. The couple's attorney noted the emotional toll of the situation, with Ping describing the heartbreaking experience of losing her daughter. Abbott has denied responsibility, claiming no products from their facilities have tested positive for the bacteria. The judge's order leaves the future of the combined lawsuits uncertain.