# San Luis Obispo County E. coli outbreak

> San Luis Obispo County health officials investigate up to 13 E. coli infections linked to Brookshire Farms pumpkin patch.
- Title: San Luis Obispo County E. coli outbreak · Sfgate | Shortify
- Summary: San Luis Obispo County health officials investigate up to 13 E. coli infections linked to Brookshire Farms pumpkin patch.
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- Source: Sfgate — https://sfgate.com/bayarea/article/california-ecoli-pumpkin-patch-22513095.php
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## E. coli outbreak investigation
Public health officials are investigating a dangerous E. coli outbreak potentially linked to a pumpkin patch.
## Confirmed cases
Health officials report up to 13 cases of E. coli, including three children in pediatric intensive care as of Oct. 28.
## Farm closure
Brookshire Farms remains closed as investigators work to determine the source of infections.
## Shiga toxin risk
The E. coli strain produces Shiga toxin causing severe illness, particularly in children with bloody diarrhea.
## Public health advice
Visitors with symptoms should seek medical attention; asymptomatic visitors do not need action.
## Key takeaway

San Luis Obispo County health officials are investigating up to 13 E. coli infections linked to Brookshire Farms pumpkin patch.