Europe: E. Coli Outbreak Causes Sickness, Death

By Larry Habegger and Andrew Davis | Permalink | No Comments | June 6th, 2011 | Trackback

At least 16 deaths across Europe have been linked to the presence of E. coli bacteria. The number of infected patients is near 1,150 in at least eight countries, including 400 people in Germany. Enterohaemorrhagic E.coli, or EHEC, a more severe form of E. coli, has been found on a number of cucumbers in Germany, and the vast majority of EHEC cases have occurred in Germany. Hamburg and surrounding areas have been hit hardest. German authorities urged people not to eat raw cucumbers, tomatoes or lettuce until they can identify the source of the bacteria. Some of the contaminated cucumbers came from Spain, while other suspect produce came from Denmark and the Netherlands. Travelers planning to visit Germany and other European countries should stay informed about the outbreak and avoid eating raw vegetables.

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