CDC Update: 102 Illnesses in 23 States Due to Romaine Lettuce from Salinas, CA Growing Region
Yesterday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shared an update on the most recent Escherichia coli O157:H7 outbreak caused by contaminated romaine lettuce from the Salinas, CA, growing region.
As of December 4th, health officials have confirmed 102 illnesses in 23 states. Illnesses started on dates ranging from September 24, 2019, to November 18, 2019. A total of 58 hospitalizations have been reported. Ten people have developed hemolytic uremic syndrome, a type of kidney failure. No deaths have been reported.