2007 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections Linked to Unpasteurized Apple Cider, Massachusetts
A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections occurred in Massachusetts among people who drank unpasteurized, apple cider. The location of exposure was not described.
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o157, unpasteurized, juice, massachusetts, apple+cider, stec, unpasteurized apple ciderOverview
| Outbreak began: | October 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Beverage |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 9 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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