1997 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Infantis and Salmonella Anatum Infections Linked to Consumption First Harvest Alfalfa Sprouts
An outbreak of Salmonella serotypes Infantis and Anatum, which occurred from February through June 1997 in Kansas and Missouri, was associated with eating contaminated alfalfa sprouts produced by a local sprouter, First Harvest. On the basis of epidemiologic, traceback, and laboratory findings, the source of Salmonella contamination in this outbreak was determined to be alfalfa seeds.
Tags:
group+c1, group+e1, salmonellosis, s.+anatum, salmonella+anatum, s.+infantis, salmonella+infantis, alfalfa+sprouts, First HarvestOverview
| Outbreak began: | February 1997 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | KS, MO |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Infantis, Salmonella Anatum |
| Vehicle(s): | Sprouts |
| Location(s): | Many |
| Brand name(s): | First Harvest |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 114 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 18 |
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