1991 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Hadar Linked to Pet Ducklings

State health departments received reports of Salmonellosis linked to the recent acquisition of pet ducklings. The ducklings that were associated with the Maryland case-patients had been obtained from a pet store and were won as prizes at an Easter egg hunt. Ducklings in Connecticut and Pennsylvania were purchased through several retailers. All ducklings were traced to two hatcheries in Pennsylvania. No cultures were obtained from ducklings or from the hatchery environments.

Overview

Outbreak began:April 1991
Affected country:US
States/territories:CT, MD, PA
Pathogen:Salmonella Hadar
Vehicle(s):Animal Contact
Location(s):Private Home
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:16

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