2023 Outbreak of Enteropathogenic E. coli Infections Associated with a Child Daycare, Louisiana
In June 2023, public health officials in Louisiana investigated a waterborne outbreak of Enteropathogenic E. coli (EPEC) infections associated with a kiddie wading pool at a childcare facility. Five people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | June 2023 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | LA |
| Pathogen: | Enteropathogenic E. coli |
| Vehicle(s): | Water |
| Location(s): | Child Care Facility |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 5 |
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