2009 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections at a Daycare, Minnesota
An outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 occurred at a day care program in Douglas County, Minnesota. The vehicle of infection was confirmed to be custom slaughtered beef. Person-to-person transmission was also documented.
Tags:
o157, h7, stec, child care facilityOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2009 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MN |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Beef |
| Location(s): | Daycare |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 7 |
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