2010 Outbreak of Salmonella Bareilly Linked to Consumption of Bean Sprouts, United Kingdom

Raw, or undercooked, bean sprouts were linked to an outbreak of Salmonella Bareilly in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The strains of Salmonella Bareilly isolated from case-patients were genetic matches to one another. Salmonella Bareilly was isolated from a sample of bean sprouts.

Overview

Outbreak began:August 2010
Affected country:Other International
States/territories:NA
Pathogen:Salmonella Bareilly
Vehicle(s):Sprouts
Location(s):Retail, Private Home
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:233

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