2015 Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium Infections at Heritage Corner Assisted Living, Bowling Green, Ohio
In May 2015 Wood County Health District and Ohio Department of Health staff investigated an outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections among residents of the Heritage Corner Assisted Living facility. Twenty one residents were confirmed with Salmonella. Seven cases were hospitalized. Two patients died.
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| Outbreak began: | May 2015 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | OH |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Typhimurium |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Senior Care Facility |
| Brand name(s): | Heritage Corner Assisted Living |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 21 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 7 |
| Number of deaths: | 2 |
Sources & documents
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