1995 Outbreak of E. Coli O157:H7 Infections Linked to Romaine Lettuce, Idaho
An outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections occurred among people who ate romaine lettuce in Idaho. The lettuce possibly was contaminated by a food handler. No other details were available.
Tags:
o157, idaho, lettuce, romaine, leafy+greens, produceOverview
| Outbreak began: | September 1995 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | ID |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 21 |
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