2008 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Linked to Unpasteurized Apple Cider, Iowa

A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 was linked to drinking unpasteurized apple cider at a fair in Iowa.

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Outbreak began:	October 2008
Affected country:	US
States/territories:	IA
Pathogen:	E. coli O157:H7
Vehicle(s):	Beverage
Location(s):	Fair, Temporary Mobile Service
Molecular test results:	Not reported

Total ill:	5
Number hospitalized:	2

Report / reference links	View report (dailygate.com) View report (wwwn.cdc.gov)