2005 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections at a Private Home, Utah

A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections occurred in Utah among people who had eaten together in a private home. The vehicles of infection were described as cantaloupe, barbequed chicken, and corned beef. The circumstances behind how these foods became contaminated were not described.

Overview

Outbreak began:May 2005
Affected country:US
States/territories:UT
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):cantaloupe, chicken, Beef
Location(s):Private Home
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:126
Number hospitalized:15

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