2020 Outbreak of E. coli O111:H8 Infections Linked to a Restaurant, Washington
In October 2020, Clark County Public Health investigated an outbreak of E. coli O111:H8 infections linked to a restaurant. A total of 3 outbreak associated cases were identified. No one was hospitalized and no one died. A specific food item was not identified although investigators suspected bare-hand contact by an ill foodhandler.
Tags:
stec, ill foodhandler, ill foodworkerOverview
| Outbreak began: | October 2020 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | WA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O111:H8 |
| Vehicle(s): | Ill foodhandler |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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