2003 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Muenchen Infections Linked to Cantaloupe/Honeydew Melon
A confirmed multistate outbreak of Salmonella Muenchen infections was associated with eating cantaloupe or honeydew melon in day care center or private home.
Tags:
group+c2, salmonellosis, s.+muenchen, salmonella+muenchen, melon, honeydew, cantaloupeOverview
| Outbreak began: | May 2003 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | NY, OH, VA |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Muenchen |
| Vehicle(s): | cantaloupe, Honeydew Melon |
| Location(s): | Day Care Center, Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 58 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 15 |
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