2017 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Newport and Salmonella Infantis Linked to Maradol Papayas
In September 2017 the CDC reported a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Newport (n=3) and Salmonella Infantis (n=1) linked to consumption of imported Maradol papayas produced by Rancho El Ganadero farm and distributed by Caraveo Produce in Mexico. Illnesses started on dates ranging from July 19, 2017 to August 7, 2017. Two persons were hospitalized. No deaths were reported.
Tags:
newport, salmonella, infantis, maradol, papayas, caraveo, rancho+el+ganadero, salmonellosisOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2017 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IL, MA, MI, NY |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Newport, Salmonella Infantis |
| Vehicle(s): | Papaya |
| Location(s): | Home |
| Brand name(s): | Caraveo Produce, Rancho El Ganadero |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 4 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
Sources & documents
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