An Outbreak of Escherichia coli O157:H7 Infection from Unpasteurized Commercial Apple Juice

View larger version (18K): [in a new window]   Figure 1. Outbreak-associated cases ofEscherichia coliO157:H7 by date of diarrhea onset (n= 70) for British Columbia, California, Colorado, and Washington (fall 1996). Each box represents one outbreak-associated case.

View larger version (15K): [in a new window]   Figure 2. Dates of consumption of brand A apple juice for case-patients exposed to only one juice on one date (n= 31) for British Columbia, California, Colorado, and Washington (fall 1996). Apple juice and blended juices containing apple juice that were produced on 7 October 1996 could have been consumed at any time during their 17-day shelf life or after the expiration date. At least 2 days usually elapse between production of juice and retail sale.