1999 Multistate Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections at Restaurants and Private Homes
An outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections was associated with eating romaine lettuce in restaurants and in private home settings.
Tags:
o157, h7, stec, lettuce, romaine, leafy+greens, produceOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 1999 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA, WA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Restaurant, Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 14 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 6 |
Sources & documents
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