Georgia National Fair linked to E. Coli (STEC) outbreak
3 years ago •source northcentralhealthdistrict.org
Outbreak
Georgia, United States
North Central Health District (NCHD) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) are working with the staff of the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter to investigate cases of E.coli in attendees of the Georgia National Fair in Perry, which was held Oct. 7-17.As of Oct. 28, a total of 4 children infected with E.coli (STEC) have been reported in counties across the state of Georgia. 3 of these cases have been hospitalized and no deaths were reported. Of the 4 cases, one has been confirmed to be E.coli 0157:H7. The investigation is ongoing.
In case you are experiencing E. coli symptoms such as watery diarrhea (often bloody), vomiting; stomach cramps; and mild fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance.
For more outbreak details please check on: northcentralhealthdistrict.org/north-central-health-district-and-department-of-public-health-investigating-e-coli-cases-linked-to-georgia-national-fair/
Source: North Central Health District
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