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E. coli infections  

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  • Escherichia coli are bacteria of which the virulent strains can cause significant gastrointestinal morbidity and mortality. E. coli O157:H7 is the strain most well known to the general public for causing epidemics after ingestion of contaminated water and foods, including undercooked hamburgers, lettuce, and spinach. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; E. Coli Infections]

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-N58LP1FR-2

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