2019 Multi-province Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections Linked to Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits, Canada
Concurrent to a U.S. outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections linked to Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits, Canadian officials investigated an outbreak of 28 outbreak associated cases of E. coli O157:H7 infections reported by 7 Eastern provinces (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Laborador. Individuals in Canada became ill between November 5 and December 10, 2019. Eight individuals were hospitalized including one person who developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). No deaths were reported. The outbreak was declared over on January 16, 2020.
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| Outbreak began: | November 2019 |
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| Affected country: | Canada |
| States/territories: | NA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Retail, Private Home |
| Brand name(s): | Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kit |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 28 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 8 |
Sources & documents
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