Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome and Verotoxigenic E. coli infections
Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome and Verotoxigenic E. coli infections
STEC (also known as VTEC) infection can cause serious disease, including bloody diarrhoea, and sometimes haemolytic uraemic syndrome. Infection usually results from consuming contaminated food or water, or from contact with infected animals or people. Avoid eating undercooked burgers and unpasteurised milk products, and thoroughly wash salad vegetables before eating.
Notification
Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome and Verotoxigenic E. coli infections is a notifiable disease in NSW and must be reported by phone as soon as possible after diagnosis.
Doctors, Hospitals and laboratories must notify the local Public Health Unit (PHU).
Select your local PHU to obtain the correct notification form and notify your local PHU.