The San Luis Obispo County Department of Public Health has confirmed the death of an infected person during a recent outbreak of E. coli. coli.
The outbreak was first reported in late October. Health authorities have confirmed five cases of infection with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli, which can cause diarrhea, severe stomach cramps, vomiting and, in some cases, lead to life-threatening complications, including kidney damage.
Brookshire Farms in San Luis Obispo temporarily closed its doors after the Department of Health determined those who became ill visited the farm around the same time. However, after further analysis of water, feed and other samples collected from the farm, the particular strain of E. coli was not found and authorities were unable to identify the exact source of the outbreak.
As of Nov. 6, health officials have said there is no longer an ongoing threat to public health.
Brookshire Farms reopened its doors the same day.
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Health officials did not provide any further information about the deceased patient.
In a statement, Department of Public Health Public Information Officer Tom Cuddy said: “This is a truly heartbreaking development, and our hearts go out to the family and everyone affected by this outbreak. The entire Public Health team extends our most sincere condolences to the family and loved ones during this difficult time.
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