2007 Outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 at The Grill at the Meat Market, California
An outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 was linked tri-tip beef made by The Grill at the Meat Market, in Fresno, California. The contaminated beef had been sold at the Meat Market and to catered events, in mid May. The outbreak strain of E. coli O157:H7 was isolated from the tri-tip.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | May 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA |
| Pathogen: | E. coli O157:H7 |
| Vehicle(s): | Beef |
| Location(s): | Restaurant, Catered Event |
| Brand name(s): | The Grill at the Meat Market |
| Molecular test results: | EXHX01.0200/EXHA26.0332 |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 124 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 8 |
Sources & documents
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