2021 Outbreak of E. coli O26:H11 Infections Associated with Raw Milk Goat Cheese, Oregon
In January 2021, public health officials in Oregon investigated a suspected outbreak of E. coli O26:H11 infections associated with consumption of raw milk goat cheese at a private home. Four people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.
Tags:
raw milk cheese, goat cheese, stec, Shiga toxin E. coliOverview
| Outbreak began: | January 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | OR |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O26:H11 |
| Vehicle(s): | Cheese |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 4 |
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