Escherichia coli (abbreviated as E. coli) are bacteria naturally found in the environment, foods, and intestines of humans and animals. Although most strains of E. coli are harmless, others can make you sick. Some kinds of E. coli can cause diarrhea, such as E. coli O157:H7 and Shiga Toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC). E. coli can cause diarrheal illness through contaminated water, food or through contact with an infected animal or human.
Reporting
For information on how to report a disease click here. For any questions, please contact the appropriate health authority by phone or review the website for additional information.
Carson City, Douglas and Lyon Counties
Carson City Health & Human Services (CCHHS)
(775) 887-2190
Website
Clark County
Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD)
(702) 759-1300
Website
Washoe County
Washoe County Health District (WCHD)
(775) 328-2447
Website
All Other Counties
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)
(775) 400-0333
Website