2008 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections Linked to Hollandaise Sauce, California
An outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections was linked to eating hollandaise sauce in California. The exposure location was not described. Hollandaise sauce is made with eggs; eggs are commonly infected with Salmonella Enteritidis.
Tags:
group+d1, salmonellosis, salmonella+enteritidis, eggsOverview
| Outbreak began: | December 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Enteritidis |
| Vehicle(s): | Eggs |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 15 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 3 |
Sources & documents
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