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Belgium Reports Eight Deaths in STEC Outbreak Investigation

9/2/2025

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Belgium's health authorities confirmed eight deaths associated with the STEC bacterium, affecting at least eight care homes.
Investigations are underway to identify the outbreak's source, likely contaminated food.
A positive case in Brussels raises concerns about links to the Flemish outbreak.
Currently, 63 residents are reported ill in the impacted areas.

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Story summary

Belgium's health authorities confirmed eight deaths associated with the STEC bacterium, affecting at least eight care homes.
Investigations are underway to identify the outbreak's source, likely contaminated food.
A positive case in Brussels raises concerns about links to the Flemish outbreak.
Currently, 63 residents are reported ill in the impacted areas.