NHS Lothian have confirmed that they have opened an investigation after a horde of E.coli cases were detected at a nursery in Haddington.
The local health board says that they are investigating 28 cases of the infection along with local and national partner agencies. They say that the cluster of infections appear to have been linked with Church Street Pear Tree Nursery.
All of those impacted by the outbreak are understood to be in a stable condition and although most of those infected have not required hospital treatment, a handful have been admitted to local hospitals. So far the investigation has not identified a specific source but microbiological testing is underway to identify the strain along with any links.
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NHS Lothian say that the cases detected so far have been limited to those in contact with the nursery and their respective households as well as close contacts. They add that the nursery has been closed and that further checks are being carried out.
