1995 Salmonella Enteritidis Infections at a Nursing Home, Indiana

Baked eggs that were served on June 7 were implicated in an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections, phage type 13A, at a nursing home. One hundred eighty eggs were cracked and pooled for cooking in a single eight-inch-deep pan. The eggs were not stirred while baking so uniform heating of the eggs may not have been achieved.

Overview

Outbreak began:June 1995
Affected country:US
States/territories:IN
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):Eggs
Location(s):Nursing Home
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:70
Number of deaths:3

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