2002 Outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis Linked to Ozone Treated Apple Cider, Ohio

An outbreak of Cryptosporidium parvum infections was associated with drinking commercially distributed, apple cider. Workers admitted to using some dropped apples to make the cider. The cider had been treated with ozone but was unpasteurized. It was sold directly to consumers and businesses. The ozone treatment was found to be insufficient to rid the cider of contamination. Cyptosporidium was isolated from cider.

Overview

Outbreak began:September 2003
Affected country:US
States/territories:OH
Pathogen:Cryptosporidium parvum
Vehicle(s):Beverage
Location(s):Retail, Private Home
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:144

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