2008 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Linked to Beef, New York
A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 occurred among people who had eaten ground beef or steak in a private home in New York state.
Tags:
o157, h7, stecOverview
| Outbreak began: | September 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | NY |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Beef |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 8 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 5 |
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