2023 Outbreak of Shiga Toxin E. coli O157:H7 Infections at a Private Residence, Idaho
In July 2023, Idaho public health officials investigated an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections at a private home. Two people were ill. Both were hospitalized. There was one death.
The vehicle of transmission was not reported.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | July 2023 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | ID |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
| Number of deaths: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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