UK E. coli Outbreak Linked to Lettuce in Sandwiches
Update: 2025-12-10
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UK E. coli Outbreak: Lettuce Linked to Nations Largest Ever Food Poisoning IncidentA new report reveals that lettuce grown in the UK and used in pre-packaged sandwiches was likely the cause of the countrys largest-ever E. coli outbreak, affecting nearly 300 people and resulting in two deaths. Despite investigations, the contamination source remains unclear. The outbreak, which occurred between May and November, led to severe symptoms and hospitalizations. Authorities identified Apollo lettuce as the probable contaminated ingredient, highlighting the challenges of fresh produce-linked outbreaks. Experts stress the importance of advanced genetic sequencing in tracking and stopping such incidents, as this E. coli strain, STEC zero one four five, is becoming a growing concern in the UK.
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