August 21, 2007: E. coli Outbreak in Children in Colorado

August 21st, 2007

In the last week, there have been five confirmed cases and two presumed cases of E. coli infection in children under five years old, according to the Eagle County Environmental Health Department. With one child hospitalized, the health department is investigating swimming pools and childcare centers as possible sources of the food- or waterborne bacteria.

“We work with the state health department, and begin investigating, begin calling the families and asking them questions,” said Jill Hunsaker, public health manager for Eagle County.

Hunsaker also noted that there have been no new cases of E. coli infection reported since last Friday.

Initial symptoms of E.coli infection include severe abdominal cramps and watery diarrhea. The diarrhea may become bloody and can lead to dehydration. Sometimes there are no symptoms at all. There is usually little or no fever. Symptoms generally resolve in 5-10 days, but serious complications may ensue. Children and the elderly are at greatest risk of developing complications.

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