1999 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections Linked to Ground Beef, Minnesota
A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections was associated with eating ground beef at a day care center and private home in Minnesota. The ground beef preparation was not described.
Tags:
o157, h7, stec, daycareOverview
| Outbreak began: | December 1999 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MN |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Beef |
| Location(s): | Private Home, Child Care Facility |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 10 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 5 |
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