Latest Outbreak Information
At A Glance
- Reported Cases: 72
- States: 5
- Hospitalizations: 8
- Deaths: 0
- As of April 4, 2019, 72 people infected with the outbreak strain of E. coli O103 have been reported from five states.
- Eight people have been hospitalized. No cases of hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) or deaths have been reported.
- This investigation is still ongoing and a specific food item, grocery store, or restaurant chain has not been identified as the source of infections.
- CDC is not recommending that consumers avoid any particular food at this time. Restaurants and retailers are not advised to avoid serving or selling any particular food.
- This is a rapidly evolving investigation. We will update our advice if a source is identified.
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