2000 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections Linked to Ground Beef, Michigan

A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections was associated with eating ground beef in a restaurant or in a private home in Michigan.

Overview

Outbreak began:April 2000
Affected country:US
States/territories:MI
Pathogen:E. coli O157:H7
Vehicle(s):Beef
Location(s):Private Home, Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:4
Number hospitalized:3

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