1999 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections at KFC, Ohio
A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 was associated with eating coleslaw at a Kentucky Fried Chicken Restaurants in southwestern Ohio. Three particular food-handling errors were noted as possible explanations for the E. coli contamination in the coleslaw: inclusion of outer cabbage leaves, insufficient washing of cabbage, and the use of unpeeled carrots in the coleslaw.
Tags:
o157, h7, stec, slawOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 1999 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | OH |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Coleslaw |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Brand name(s): | KFC |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 18 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 11 |
Sources & documents
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