1997 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections Linked to Eggs, South Carolina
An outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections occurred in South Carolina. Eggs were named as the implicated vehicle.
Tags:
group+d1, salmonellosis, s.+enteritidis, salmonella+enteritidis, eggsOverview
| Outbreak began: | 1997 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | SC |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Enteritidis |
| Vehicle(s): | Eggs |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 192 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 4 |
Sources & documents
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