2001 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections, Illinois
A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections occurred in Illinois. The exposure location and the vehicle of infection were not described.
Tags:
o157, h7, stecOverview
| Outbreak began: | September 2001 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 8 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 4 |
Sources & documents
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