2008 Outbreak of E. Coli O157:H7 Infections at a Private Home, Colorado
A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections occurred among people who had eaten cantaloupe or ground beef at a private home in Colorado.
Tags:
o157, h7, stec, cantaloupe, fruit, ground beef, hamburgerOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CO |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Melon, Beef |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 5 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 3 |
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