2021 Outbreak of Suspected Shiga Toxin E. coli Infections Associated with a Restaurant and a Caterer, Texas
In June 2021, public health officials investigated an outbreak of illnesses suspected to be caused by Shiga toxin E. coli (STEC). Three people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died. The setting was described as a fast-food restaurant and catered food served off-site from where it was prepared.
The source was not reported.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | June 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | TX |
| Pathogen: | Shiga toxin E. coli |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Restaurant, Catered Event |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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