2021 Outbreak of Shiga Toxin E. coli (STEC) at a State Park, Kansas
In September 2021, Kansas public health officials investigated an outbreak of E. coli O157 infections associated with exposure to a lake at a state park. Four people were ill. Three people were hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | September 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | KS |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157 |
| Vehicle(s): | Recreational Water |
| Location(s): | Lake |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 4 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 3 |
Sources & documents
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