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
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
Number hospitalized:1

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