2007 Outbreak of Salmonella Newport Linked to Tomato, Avocado, Guacamole, Cilantro, Washington, DC
A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Newport was linked to a restaurant and to a private home in Washington, D.C. Tomato, avocado, guacamole, and cilantro were named as the vehicles of infection.
Tags:
group+c2, salmonellosis, s.+newport, salmonella+newportOverview
| Outbreak began: | June 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | DC |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Newport |
| Vehicle(s): | Tomatoes, Avocado, Guacamole, Cilantro |
| Location(s): | Private Home, Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 46 |
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Sources & documents
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