2000 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections Linked to Pacific Coast Sprout Farms Mung Bean Sprouts
Mung bean sprouts were implicated in an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections. The sprouts had been distributed to restaurants and grocery stores in Northern California and Reno, Nevada. Pacific Coast Sprout Farms purchased sprout seeds from China and Australia. The imported seeds were contaminated. The company used only a tenth of the amount of cleansing agent recommended by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Tags:
group+d1, salmonellosis, s.+enteritidis, salmonella+enteritidis, mung+bean+sproutsOverview
| Outbreak began: | March 2000 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA, NV |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Enteritidis |
| Vehicle(s): | Sprouts |
| Location(s): | School, Private Home, Retail |
| Brand name(s): | Pacific Coast Sprout Farms |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 75 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 3 |