1989 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections at a Restaurant, Tennessee

An outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections occurred among patrons who ate at a restaurant located in Knox County, Tennessee. The meal date was April 8, 1989. All ill persons had eaten the Hollandaise or Bearnaise sauces. Both sauces had been made with eggs that were heated, but not cooked thoroughly. The eggs were traced to a farm in Indiana.

Overview

Outbreak began:April 1989
Affected country:US
States/territories:TN
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):Eggs
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:27
Number hospitalized:11

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