2009 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections Linked to Guacamole, Illinois
A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections was associated with eating guacamole in a private home, or in a restaurant, in Illinois.
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o157, h7, stec, guacamole, vegetable, avocadoOverview
| Outbreak began: | September 2009 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IL |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Guacamole |
| Location(s): | Private Home, Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 4 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
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