2013 Outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg and Staphylococcus aureus Infections, Colorado
In 2013 Tri-County Health Department and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment investigated an outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg and Staphylococcus aureus infections that occurred among individuals who became ill after eating home cooked gumbo. Seven of 8 family members and friends who ate the gumbo became ill. One person died.
Tags:
heidelberg, salmonella, staphylococcus+aureus, gumbo, tri-county, salmonellosisOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2013 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CO |
| Pathogen: | Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella Heidelberg |
| Vehicle(s): | Gumbo |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 7 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 5 |
| Number of deaths: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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