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Spinach and E. coli Outbreak

Internet URL

http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/spinach.html  

Sponsoring Agency

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Description

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides answers and updates on the investigation of a recent outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infection caused by fresh spinach. FDA advises that people not eat any fresh spinach or salad blends containing fresh spinach that are consumed raw.

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Review Date

9/18/2006