2010 Outbreak of Shiga Toxin E. coli, Michigan
Three children became ill with shiga-toxin producing E. coli after attending the Northwestern Michigan Fair, in Traverse City, Grand Traverse County, Michigan. All visited the fair between August 9 and 13. As of August 25, the source of the infections was not certain, but contact with infected animals was suspected.
Tags:
e.coli, ecoli, stec, animal contact, Traverse City, Northwestern Michigan FairOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2010 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MI |
| Pathogen: | Shiga toxin E. coli |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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