2021 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections at a Petting Zoo, Idaho
In August 2021, Idaho public health officials investigated an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections associated with a petting zoo. Three people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | August 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | ID |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Animal Contact |
| Location(s): | Petting Zoo |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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