2008 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections at a Restaurant, King County, Washington

Eating fried rice at an unnamed restaurant in King County, Washington state, was associated with an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections. Raw animal product, cross contamination, poor hand hygiene, and temperature control were implicated in the outbreak. The genetic pattern of the Salmonella Enteritidis associated with this outbreak matched that of a Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak that occurred in 2010. The 2010 outbreak occurred nationwide and involved eggs. Eggs were not specifically named as a vehicle in this outbreak, although often eggs are an ingredient in fried rice. The fried rice ingredients were not described.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2008
Affected country:US
States/territories:WA
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):Fried Rice
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:JEGXX01.0004

Health impact

Total ill:82
Number hospitalized:4

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