2018 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella I 4,[5], 12:i:- Infections Linked to Pork
In September 2018 a multistate outbreak of Salmonella I 4,[5], 12:i:- infections was investigated by federal and state public health officials. The suspected source was contaminated pork. Four states reported 18 outbreak associated cases. Four cases were hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | September 2018 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | AZ, CA, OH, WA |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella I 4,[5],12:i:- |
| Vehicle(s): | Pork |
| Location(s): | Retail, Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 18 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 4 |
Sources & documents
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