Lookina Back, Lookina Ahead:DISCOVERING CAUSES OF E. COLI OUTBREAK HELPS DETERMINE FUTURE BEST PRACTICES

摘要

IN LATE WINTER 2017, an outbreak of E. coli in both the U.S. and Canada was traced to romaine lettuce or leafy greens, causing multiple illnesses and hospitalizations and resulting in two deaths between both countries.The outcome of subsequent investigations was inconclusive. No specific common source could be pinpointed. While warnings were issued, no recall was. It left the industry reeling and consumers confused.