2009 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections, Rhode Island
A confirmed outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections occurred in Rhode Island. Neither the vehicle of infection or the exposure location were described.
Tags:
o157, h7, stecOverview
| Outbreak began: | October 2009 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | RI |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 36 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
Sources & documents
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