2006 Outbreak of E. Coli O26 Linked to Strawberries or Blueberries, Massachusetts
An outbreak of E. coli O26 occurred in Massachusetts. The vehicles were strawberries or blueberries.
Tags:
e.+coli+o26, o26, stec, strawberries, massachusetts, blueberries, non-o157+stecOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O26 |
| Vehicle(s): | Berries |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 5 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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