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A Burkholderia stabilis (ST480) outbreak associated with skin cleansing wipes has comprised 59 confirmed cases in the United Kingdom 2018-2026. Cases included patients with co-morbidities and clinically relevant infections. There was one associated death. Burkholderia stabilis was recovered from non-sterile alcohol-free cleansing wipes which did not have the relevant medicines authorisation. Products were suspended from sale though not recalled, and the outbreak continued following public health intervention. We highlight risks of potential relevance to other countries.
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