2011 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 Infections at The Ambassador Restaurant, Michigan

An outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections was associated with eating at The Ambassador Restaurant in Houghton, Michigan. The outbreak began over the Christmas holiday. A food worker was suspected as the source of the outbreak.

Overview

Outbreak began:December 2011
Affected country:US
States/territories:MI
Pathogen:E.coli O157:H7
Vehicle(s):Ill foodhandler
Location(s):Restaurant
Brand name(s):The Ambassador Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:7
Number hospitalized:4

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