2023 Outbreak of Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli Infections, Ohio

In October 2023, public health officials in Ohio investigated a confirmed outbreak of Enteropathogenic E. coli (EPEC) infections. The setting was described as "other." Seven people were ill. No one was hospitalized. No one died.

The vehicle of transmission was not reported.

Overview

Outbreak began:October 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:OH
Pathogen:Enteropathogenic E. coli
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Other
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:7

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