1986 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections Among Guests at the Hotel Cerromar Restaurant, Puerto Rico
In July and then again in November, travelers returning from the Hotel Cerromar in Puerto Rico developed gastroenteritis caused by Salmonella Enteritidis. A recurrent source of exposure was suspected, however the source was not described.
Tags:
group+d1, salmonellosis, s.+enteritidis, salmonella+enteritidis, hotel+cerromar, puerto+ricoOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 1986 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | PR |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Enteritidis |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Brand name(s): | Hotel Cerramar Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 221 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 5 |
Sources & documents
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