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Pathogens
Antimicrobials
Gram-negative bacilli of the Enterobacteriaciae family.
Human/animal reservoir
Contaminated water
Often travel related
Outbreaks - e.g. Daycare
Infectious colitis - dysenteric
Hemolytic-uremic syndrome
Reactive Arthritis
Bacteremia
Intra-abdominal abscess
Most require teratment.
Food handlers require proof of clearance before return to work.
Notify Medical Officer of Health (Reportable).