2006 Outbreak of Salmonella Newport Linked to Fruit, Pizza and Cheese, New York

A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Newport occurred in New York state. The exposure locations were restaurant, private home, or other location. The vehicles of infection were honeydew melon, plums, pizza, and cheese.

Overview

Outbreak began:August 2006
Affected country:US
States/territories:NY
Pathogen:Salmonella Newport
Vehicle(s):Fruit, Melon, Honeydew, Plum Pizza Dairy, Cheese
Location(s):Private Home, Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:12
Number hospitalized:3

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