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    Chipotle Closes 43 Restaurants Amid E. Coli Outbreak

    By EMILY SHAPIRO Nov 1, 2015, 11:03 AM ET

    Chipotle closed 43 of its restaurants in Washington state and Oregon as health officials investigated an E. coli outbreak that appears to be linked to the fast casual chain.

    As of Saturday, there were three cases of E. coli in Oregon and at least 19 in Washington, said state health officials. One-third of those sickened were hospitalized, officials said.

    "While the outbreak appears to be linked to food served at Chipotle restaurants, the food or other source of contamination hasn't yet been determined and remains under investigation," the Washington State Department of Health said.
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    News Release

    For immediate release: October 31, 2015 (15-184)


    Contacts:
    Public Health-Seattle & King County ? Hilary Karasz (Saturday) 206-263-8705
    James Apa (pager) 206-583-9785
    Carolyn Cox, DOH Communications Office 360-507-6108
    Danielle Kenneweg, DOH Communications Director 360-584-4595

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    E. coli cases increasing ? may be connected to Chipotle restaurants

    Health officials say 19 cases linked to Chipotle restaurants in Washington and Oregon

    OLYMPIA ? A cluster of E. coli cases led to the voluntary closure of many Chipotle restaurants this week. The restaurants under investigation are linked to 19 cases of E. coli illnesses in Washington. Three more cases were reported from Oregon, also associated with Chipotle restaurants. Seven of the Washington patients and one Oregon patient were hospitalized; there have been no deaths.

    Four cases were reported in King County, nine in Clark County, one in Cowlitz County, and five in Skagit County. Three cases were reported in Oregon residents. While the outbreak appears to be linked to food served at Chipotle restaurants, the food or other source of contamination hasn?t yet been determined and remains under investigation. Restaurants in Washington state have voluntarily closed until further information on the cause of the outbreak is available.

    Some types of E. coli can cause bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever, and vomiting. Those illnesses can sometimes result in severe, life-threatening illness and may be fatal.

    ?Anyone who thinks they may have become ill from eating at a Chipotle restaurant in the past three weeks should consult their healthcare provider,? said State Epidemiologist Dr. Scott Lindquist. ?The elderly and very young children are more likely to become severely ill from this kind of E. coli infection.?

    Local and state health officials in Washington and Oregon are investigating, working with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Washington State Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
    ...

    "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
    -Nelson Mandela

  • #2
    Media contact:
    Jonathan Modie
    OHA Public Health 971-246-9139
    PHD.Communications@state.or.us

    11/3/2015

    Oregon cases of E. coli linked to Chipotle now at 12

    The Oregon Health Authority is reporting a total of 12 cases of Shiga toxin E. coli linked to eating at Chipotle restaurants in the Portland Metro area, up from three cases that were first reported October 31.

    Among the cases, three were hospitalized, Katrina Hedberg, MD, state health officer with OHA?s Public Health Division, said during a media briefing today. There have been no deaths. People in Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties, as well as Columbia, Benton and Deschutes counties have reported symptoms.

    Many people affected with Shiga toxin E. coli may not seek health care, so the number of people made ill by this outbreak is likely more than identified.

    Health officials want people who have eaten at a Chipotle during October 2015, and become ill with vomiting and bloody diarrhea, to see their health care provider and mention this outbreak.

    The Oregon Health Authority, Washington State Department of Health, the Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are working with local health departments in the Portland metro region, and in other Oregon counties on the outbreak investigation.

    Chipotle has closed at least 14 of its restaurants in the Portland metro area (Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties) to assist public health agencies with their investigation.

    Most people infected develop watery or bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps within one to 10 days, with the average three to four days. Most illnesses resolve on their own within seven days. Most people recover within a week but, rarely, some develop a severe type of kidney failure which can begin as the diarrhea is improving and is most common in children under 5 years old and the elderly.

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    Washington State Department of Health

    E. coli outbreak likely linked to Chipotle restaurants grows


    (Updated 11/03/2015 at 12:00)

    The investigation into an outbreak of E. coli illnesses that may be related to Chipotle restaurants in Washington and Oregon has grown from 19 reported Washington cases to 25 as of today. The Washington State Department of Health continues working closely with local, state, and federal partners on a disease investigation to learn the extent of the outbreak and possible sources of E. coli bacteria.

    In Washington, residents of Clark (11), Cowlitz (2), Island (2), King (6), and Skagit (4) counties have been reported as outbreak cases. Of the 25 cases, 23 reported having been at Chipotle restaurants before getting sick. Nine of the Washington residents were hospitalized. Cases range in age from five-to-60.

    The Oregon Department of Public Health has information on cases in that state. The state health agencies and local health partners are coordinating with the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration on the investigation.

    No deaths have been reported in this outbreak. Washington case counts will be updated daily by 1 pm on this Newsroom page.

    Chipotle restaurants are under a voluntary closure. The Washington Department of Health Food Safety Program staff are working to establish criteria for the restaurants in this state to reopen.


    El brote de E.coli probablemente relacionado a los restoranes Chipotle crece

    (Actualizado 11/03/2015 a las 12:00)

    La investigaci?n de un brote de la enfermedad de E.coli que puede estar relacionado a los restoranes Chipotle en Washington y Oregon ha crecido de 19 casos reportados en Washington a 25 a la fecha de hoy. El Departamento de Salud del Estado de Washington contin?a trabajando en estrecha colaboraci?n con los asociados locales, estatales y federales en la investigaci?n de la enfermedad para aprender el alcance del brote y la posible fuente de la bacteria de E.coli.

    En Washington, residentes de los condados de Clark (11), Cowlitz (2), Island (2), King (6), y Skagit (4) han sido reportados como casos del brote. De los 25 casos, 23 reportaron haber ido a los restoranes Chipotle antes de haberse enfermado. Nueve de los residentes de Washington fueron hospitalizados. Los casos oscilan entre los cinco a los 60 a?os de edad.

    El Departamento de Salud P?blica de Oregon ha informado sobre los casos en ese estado. Las agencias de salud estatal y asociados de la salud local est?n coordinando con agencias federales, Centros para el Control y la Prevenci?n de Enfermedades y la Administraci?n de Alimentos y Drogas, en la investigaci?n.

    No se han reportado muertes en este brote. Los n?meros de casos ser?n reportados diariamente antes de la 1 p.m. en esta p?gina Newsroom.

    Los restoranes Chipotle est?n bajo cierre voluntario. Los trabajadores del Programa de la Seguridad Alimenticia del Departamento de Salud de Washington est?n trabajando para establecer criterios para abrir los restoranes en nuestro estado.

    "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
    -Nelson Mandela

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    • #3
      What's Being Done to Stop the Chipotle E. coli Outbreak?

      NOV 4 2015, 9:48 AM ET
      by ASSOCIATED PRESS

      Thirty-seven people in the Pacific Northwest have become ill from E. coli in an outbreak connected to Chipotle Mexican restaurants.

      The popular chain of casual restaurants voluntarily closed 43 of its Washington and Oregon locations last week and health officials are scrambling to find the food source of the bacteria.
      ...
      Health officials have identified the specific microorganism responsible for the outbreak, Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O26. They are interviewing everyone in both states who has tested positive for that strain of E. coli and are also testing food products from Chipotle restaurants to look for the same bacteria.

      With help from the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the next step will be to get that identification down to the DNA level and then using that information to match people and food.

      Health officials believe the bacteria will be found on fresh produce such as lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro or onions, or possibly even spices.
      ...
      Health officials are scrambling to find the source of the bacteria. Here are some things to know about the outbreak.
      "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
      -Nelson Mandela

      Comment


      • #4
        Washington State Department of Health

        E. coli outbreak likely linked to Chipotle restaurants grows

        (Updated 11/04/2015; daily updates to be posted by 1:00 p.m.)

        The investigation into an outbreak of E. coli illnesses that may be related to Chipotle restaurants in Washington and Oregon is up to 29 reported Washington cases. The latest update includes a case in an additional county, Whatcom.

        The Washington State Department of Health continues working closely with local, state, and federal partners on a disease investigation to learn the extent of the outbreak and possible sources of E. coli bacteria.

        In Washington, residents of Clark (12), Cowlitz (3), Island (2), King (6), Skagit (5), and Whatcom (1) counties have been reported as outbreak cases. Nearly all of the 29 cases reported having been at Chipotle restaurants before getting sick. Eleven of the Washington residents were hospitalized. Cases range in age from 1-to-67.

        There are five Washington restaurants associated with this outbreak: Hazel Dell, 7715 NE 5th Avenue, Suite 109, in Vancouver; 1404 Broadway Avenue and 4229 University Way NE in Seattle; 512 Ramsey Way 101 in Kent; and 1753 S. Burlington Blvd. in Burlington.

        The Oregon Department of Public Health has information on cases in that state. The state health agencies and local health partners are coordinating with the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration on the investigation.

        No deaths have been reported in this outbreak. Washington case counts will be updated daily by 1:00 pm on this Newsroom page.

        Chipotle restaurants are under a voluntary closure. The Washington Department of Health Food Safety Program is working to establish criteria for the restaurants in this state to reopen.



        El brote de E.coli probablemente relacionado a los restoranes Chipotle crece

        (Actualizado 11/03/2015; actualizaciones diarias ser?n publicadas antes de la 1 p.m.)

        La investigaci?n de un brote de la enfermedad de E.coli que puede estar relacionado a los restoranes Chipotle en Washington y Oregon ha crecido de 19 casos reportados en Washington a 25 a la fecha de hoy. El Departamento de Salud del Estado de Washington contin?a trabajando en estrecha colaboraci?n con los asociados locales, estatales y federales en la investigaci?n de la enfermedad para aprender el alcance del brote y la posible fuente de la bacteria de E.coli.

        En Washington, residentes de los condados de Clark (11), Cowlitz (2), Island (2), King (6), y Skagit (4) han sido reportados como casos del brote. De los 25 casos, 23 reportaron haber ido a los restoranes Chipotle antes de haberse enfermado. Nueve de los residentes de Washington fueron hospitalizados. Los casos oscilan entre los cinco a los 60 a?os de edad.

        Hay cinco restoranes en Washington asociados con este brote: Hazel Dell, 7715 NE 5th Avenue, Suite 109, en Vancouver; 1404 Broadway Avenue y 4229 University Way NE en Seattle; 512 Ramsey Way 101 en Kent; y 1753 S. Burlington Blvd en Burlington.

        El Departamento de Salud P?blica de Oregon ha informado sobre los casos en ese estado. Las agencias de salud estatal y asociados de la salud local est?n coordinando con agencias federales, Centros para el Control y la Prevenci?n de Enfermedades y la Administraci?n de Alimentos y Drogas, en la investigaci?n.

        No se han reportado muertes en este brote. Los n?meros de casos ser?n reportados diariamente antes de la 1 p.m. en esta p?gina Newsroom.

        Los restoranes Chipotle est?n bajo cierre voluntario. Los trabajadores del Programa de la Seguridad Alimenticia del Departamento de Salud de Washington est?n trabajando para establecer criterios para abrir los restoranes en nuestro estado.



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        Oregon Health Authority

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        E. coli Cases Linked to Chipotle Restaurants
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        Oregon Cases*

        11/3/2015​ 12 1 to 61 ​3 ​0 0
        ​11/4/2015 10​ 11 to 61​ ​3 ​0 ​0

        *Updated daily, Monday through Friday. Case counts may rise or fall from day to day as more precise laboratory results become available.


        ​​​Associated Chipotle Restaurants

        • Cascade Station (9687 NE Cascades Pkwy)
        • Washington Square (9120 SW Hall Blvd)
        • Lake Oswego (8 Centerpointe Dr)
        • Tanasbourne (2048 NW Stucki Ave)
        • Sunnyside (Clackamas Town Center)


        "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
        -Nelson Mandela

        Comment


        • #5
          Multistate Outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O26 Infections Linked to Chipotle Mexican Grill in Washington and Oregon


          Posted November 4, 2015 7:00 PM ET

          Highlights
          • Read the Advice to Consumers ?
          • The Washington State Department of Health and the Oregon Health Authority are investigating an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O26 (STEC O26) infections. CDC and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration are assisting with the investigation.
          • As of November 4, 2015, as reported by Washington and Oregon:
            • 39 ill people have been reported from Washington (29) and Oregon (10).
            • 14 total ill people in Washington (11) and Oregon (3) have been hospitalized.
            • There have been no reports of hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) and no deaths.
          • Laboratory testing is ongoing to determine the DNA fingerprint of the STEC O26 bacteria making people sick. These DNA fingerprints are being uploaded to the CDCPulseNet database as they become available.
            • Five isolates from ill people in Washington (2) and Oregon (3) have been uploaded to the CDC PulseNet database. All five people were infected with STEC O26 that has the same DNA fingerprint.
            • CDC conducted a preliminary search of the PulseNet database and did not find any illnesses that appear to be related to the outbreak in Washington and Oregon. Laboratory testing is continuing.
          • Washington and Oregon report that most of the ill people ate at several locations of Chipotle Mexican Grill in those states before getting sick.
            • The investigation is ongoing to determine if the ill people ate a common meal item or ingredient that was served at the Chipotle Mexican Grill locations.
            • Chipotle Mexican Grill voluntarily closed all of its restaurants in Washington and multiple locations in the Portland, Oregon area until more information is available.
          • At this time, CDC does not have any information to suggest that Chipotle Mexican Grill locations in other states are affected by this outbreak.
          • Washington and Oregon health officials are advising residents to see a health provider if they became ill recently after eating at a Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurant.
          • CDC and state and local public health partners are continuing laboratory surveillance through PulseNet to identify additional ill persons and to interview them. Updates will be provided when more information is available.

          November 4, 2015

          Initial Announcement

          The Washington State Department of Health and the Oregon Health Authority are investigating an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O26 (STEC O26) infections. CDC and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are assisting with the investigation.

          Public health investigators are using the PulseNet system to identify illnesses that may be part of these outbreaks. PulseNet, the national subtyping network of public health and food regulatory agency laboratories, is coordinated by CDC. DNA "fingerprinting" is performed on E. coli bacteria isolated from ill people by using a technique called pulsed-field gel electrophoresis, or PFGE. PulseNet manages a national database of these DNA fingerprints to identify possible outbreaks.

          As of November 4, 2015, one DNA fingerprint (outbreak strain) of STEC O26 is included in this outbreak investigation. Five isolates from ill people in Washington (2) and Oregon (3) have been uploaded to the CDC PulseNet database. All five people were infected with STEC O26 that has the same DNA fingerprint. CDC conducted a preliminary search of the PulseNet database and did not find any illnesses that appear to be related to the outbreak in Washington and Oregon. Laboratory testing is continuing.

          As reported by Washington and Oregon, 39 ill people have been reported from Washington (29) and Oregon (10) as of November 4, 2015. Fourteen total ill people in Washington (11) and Oregon (3) have been hospitalized. There have been no reports of hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) and no deaths.

          Washington and Oregon report that most of the ill people ate at several locations of Chipotle Mexican Grill before getting sick. The investigation is ongoing to determine if the ill people ate a common meal item or ingredient that was served at the restaurant locations. Chipotle Mexican Grill voluntarily closed all of its locations in Washington and multiple locations in the Portland, Oregon area until more information is available. At this time, CDC does not have any information to suggest that Chipotle Mexican Grill locations in other states are affected by this outbreak.

          FDA is testing several different food items collected from Chipotle Mexican Grill locations in Washington and Oregon for the presence of bacteria. Results of this testing will be reported once it is available.

          CDC and state and local public health partners are continuing laboratory surveillance through PulseNet to identify additional ill persons and to interview them.

          Updates will be provided when more information is available.

          http://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/2015/O26-11-15/index.html


          "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
          -Nelson Mandela

          Comment


          • #6
            Washington’s State Department of Health

            Washington’s State Department of Health and local health departments are working with the Oregon Health Authority investigating cases of E. coli illnesses. Beginning in mid-October, at least 27 people – most who reported eating at Chipotle restaurants in Western Washington and Oregon – have become ill from an E. coli O26, a shiga toxin-producingE. coli (STEC).

            Although five Chipotle locations in Washington Vancouver (1), Seattle (2), Kent (1), Burlington (1) – were identified by those who became ill, the Chipotle Corporation voluntarily closed all Washington and Portland area locations until the source of the outbreak was found, or until steps were taken to make sure other people would not be exposed.

            Illness information

            As of November 9, 2015, the outbreak has sickened at least 27 people in Washington; 10 of them were hospitalized. There have been no deaths reported, but E. coli can cause very serious illness, and in rare cases it can cause death.

            Number of cases* & locations

            The counties listed are where the ill people live. They may have been exposed in a different location.
            Clark County: 11 cases
            Cowlitz County: 2 cases
            Island County: 2 cases
            King County: 6 cases
            Skagit County: 5 cases
            Whatcom County: 1 case
            *As the investigation continues, the number of cases may go up or down as DNA lab tests identify if the specific type of E.coli for each case is an exact match to the strain in this outbreak.

            Roles & Actions

            The Department of Health’s Food Safety, Communicable Disease Epidemiology, and Public Health Laboratory programs are coordinating the investigation. We’re working with local health departments in Washington, the Oregon Health Authority, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

            What we’re doing

            Our Communicable Disease Epidemiology & Public Health Laboratories:

            After receiving specimens from ill people, we use DNA tests to see if their illness matches the specific type of E. coli O26 found in this outbreak. We also work to identify commonalities among both ill and well people who ate at Chipotles to find out if they consumed or did not consume a specific item.

            Our Food Safety Program:

            Working with local health departments and Chipotle locations, we’re trying to identify what is or may be responsible for the outbreak. We look for lapses in food safety, contaminated food items, ill workers, and other potential sources of a breach in food safety. Using purchase records and other information, we look at every aspect of food preparation and serving. We also trace foods back from the restaurant, to the distributors, and to the places they were produced. These actions may or may not result in a definitive identification of the exact source of the contamination and/or point of exposure.

            What we’ve found

            At this time, no specific food or beverage item(s), or flaw in food safety has been identified as the source of the outbreak.

            Possible connections to other outbreaks

            Because the specific strain of E. coli O26 in this outbreak is different than other recent or current outbreaks we’re aware of; we believe this outbreak is not tied to others. On November 3, CDC released a report onother outbreaks, which does not show others with the same E. coli in this outbreak. The CDC has identified one person in Minnesota who had recently traveled to Portland was infected with STEC O26 that has the same DNA fingerprint. This ill person did not eat at a Chipotle Mexican Grill but further investigation is being conducted. The CDC is conducting other tests to determine a possible connection to cases in Washington and Oregon.

            FDA lab test results from food samples

            Several food items were collected from Chipotle’s locations and sent for testing to the FDA lab. Preliminary results are beginning to come in and should continue into next week. These tests may, or may not provide information that leads to the source of the outbreak. It is fairly common in situations like this that a specific source is not identified through food testing. Two common reasons for negative test results are: the contaminated food item was a single batch that was consumed before the tests were taken, or the surface that was tested had been sanitized before the surface was swabbed for testing.

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            http://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFami.../EcoliOutbreak

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            Oregon Health Authority

            Updates on the E. coli Outbreak Linked to Chipotle Restaurants
            Updated 11/9/2015

            The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and health officials in Washington state are investigating Shiga toxin-producing E. coli cases linked to Chipotle restaurants in Oregon and Washington.

            Health officials want people who ate at a Chipotle restaurant in October 2015 and got sick with severe diarrhea since October 29, to contact their local health department. Ask about getting tested. Anyone who is still sick should see their health care provider and mention this E. coli outbreak.


            Chipotle agrees to OHA criteria for reopening Oregon restaurants

            The Oregon Health Authority is recommending Chipotle adopt strict criteria to ensure the health and safety of its customers before reopening the restaurants it closed due to this outbreak.
            ...


            Oregon Cases*
            As of 11/3/2015​ 12 1 to 61 ​3 ​0 0
            ​As of 11/4/2015 10​ ​Multnomah
            Clackamas
            Washington
            Columbia
            11 to 61​ ​3 ​0 ​0
            ​As of 11/5/2015 ​12 ​Multnomah
            Clackamas
            Washington
            Columbia
            ​11 to 61 ​2 ​0 0​
            ​As of 11/6/2015 ​13 ​Multnomah
            Clackamas
            Washington
            Columbia​
            ​11 to 61 ​4 ​0 ​0
            As of 11/9/2015​ ​15 ​Multnomah
            Clackamas
            Washington
            Columbia​
            Linn
            Lane
            ​11 to 61 ​4 ​0 ​0
            *Updated daily, Monday through Friday. Case counts may rise or fall from day to day as more precise laboratory results become available.

            https://public.health.oregon.gov/new...-chipotle.aspx

            "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
            -Nelson Mandela

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            • #7
              Chipotle involved in 4th outbreak this year that was kept secret

              Lynne Terry | The Oregonian/OregonLive By Lynne Terry | The Oregonian/OregonLive

              on November 10, 2015 at 1:18 PM, updated November 10, 2015 at 6:53 PM
              ...
              Health officials, who investigated the outbreak, did not inform the public.
              ...
              Public health officials in Seattle said that by the time they figured out that Chipotle was responsible, the outbreak had ended.
              ...
              Only one restaurant was involved, the Chipotle location at 1415 Broadway, Marler said. One person sickened recently contacted him in wake of the latest outbreak.

              Like the latest outbreak, it involved E. coli.
              ...
              Public health officials informed the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about the outbreak. Apa said the public was not informed because there was no more risk.
              ...
              In August, nearly 100 customers and staff were infected by norovirus at a Chipotle restaurant in Simi Valley, California, and then in September, more than 60 people who ate at Chipotle restaurants in Minnesota were sickened by salmonella.

              The latest outbreak was in October, with 27 sickened in Washington state and 15 in Oregon. A total of 14 were hospitalized.

              The outbreak also remains unresolved. Extensive food tests failed to turn up the strain involved, E. coli O26. Chipotle is preparing to open the 43 restaurants in the Portland area and Washington state that it closed, perhaps as early as Wednesday.
              ...

              In July, five people who ate at Chipotle in Seattle came down with food poisoning from E. coli. Health officials investigated but never reported the outbreak publicly.



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              The Latest: 45 People Sickened in Northwest E. Coli Outbreak

              By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS SEATTLE ? Nov 10, 2015, 6:14 PM ET
              ...
              State health officials say a total of 45 people have been sickened with E. coli in the Pacific Northwest outbreak linked to Chipotle restaurants.

              Thirty people have been diagnosed with the illness connected with five restaurants in Washington state. Ten of them were hospitalized.

              Fifteen people have contracted E. coli in Oregon, with four of them hospitalized. State health officials have updated their data to show the outbreak affected people who ate at six different restaurants in the Portland, Oregon, area.
              ...
              Chipotle says it's reopening the 43 restaurants it closed in the Pacific Northwest amid an E. coli outbreak that has sickened about 40 people.

              Health officials say they haven't determined a cause of the outbreak that started last month. Tests of food at the Mexican food chain have come back negative for E. coli, and officials have concluded there's no ongoing risk.
              ...

              "Safety and security don't just happen, they are the result of collective consensus and public investment. We owe our children, the most vulnerable citizens in our society, a life free of violence and fear."
              -Nelson Mandela

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