2017 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Chailey Infections Linked to Coconut Meat
In March 2017, a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Chailey infections occurred. The implicated food item was coconut meat. Fourteen outbreak associated cases were identified. Two people were hospitalized. No one died.
Tags:
salmonellosis, coconut meatOverview
| Outbreak began: | March 2017 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CO, KS, OR, PA, TX, UT, WA |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Chailey |
| Vehicle(s): | Coconut |
| Location(s): | Retail, Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 14 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
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