2023 Outbreak of Shiga Toxin E. coli O157:H7 Infections Associated with Contact with Cattle, Idaho
In November 2023, public health officials in Idaho investigated an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections associated with contact with cattle at a farm. Three people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
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| Outbreak began: | October 2023 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | ID |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Animal Contact |
| Location(s): | Farm |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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