2021 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections Associated with a Swimming Pool, Pennsylvania
In June 2021, public health officials in Pennsylvania investigated a waterborne outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections associated with a swimming pool at an apartment complex. Fifteen people were ill. Six people were hospitalized. No one died.
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Shiga toxin E. coli, stec, swimming poolOverview
| Outbreak began: | June 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | PA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Water |
| Location(s): | Recreational Water |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 15 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 6 |
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