2021 Outbreak of Campylobacter jejuni Infections at a Child Day Care, Illinois
In July 2021, public health officials investigated an outbreak of Campylobacter jejuni infections at a day care center. The vehicle of transmission was reported as contact with a dog. Two people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | July 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IL |
| Pathogen: | Campylobacter jejuni |
| Vehicle(s): | Animal Contact |
| Location(s): | Child Care Facility |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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