2006 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections Linked to Grace Harbor Farm Raw Milk, Washington
A King County, Washington child consumed raw goat and cow milk from Grace Harbor Farm and, subsequently, developed an E. coli O157:H7 infection. Within a few days, a child in Snohomish County, Washington, also developed E. coli O157:H7; the family reported drinking raw milk produced by Grace Harbor Farm. State investigators tested milk from the farm and found goat milk contaminated with E. coli O157:H7 that was a close genetic match to the outbreak strain. Grace Harbor Farm products were sold in assorted health food stores, including PCC Natural Markets and Whole Food Market. Grace Harbor Farm was a licensed raw milk producer.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | September 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | WA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Milk |
| Location(s): | Retail |
| Brand name(s): | Grace Harbor Farm |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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