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
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
Number hospitalized:8

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