2019 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Carrau Infections Linked to Caito Foods, LLC Pre-Cut Melon
On April 12, 2019 the CDC announced an outbreak of Salmonella Carrau infections linked to consumption of pre-cut watermelon, honeydew and cantaloupe. Ten states reported 137 outbreak associated cases. Thirty eight people were hospitalized. There were no deaths. Illnesses started on dates ranging from March 3, 2019 to May 1, 2019. On April 12, Caito Foods LLC issued a recall of these melons packaged in clear, plastic clamshell containers.
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salmonellosis, salmonella+carrau, caito+foods+llc, pre-cut+melon, watermelon, cantaloupe, honey dew, melon, fruitOverview
| Outbreak began: | March 2019 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | AL, IL, IN, IA, KY, MI, MN, MO, OH, WI |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Carrau |
| Vehicle(s): | Melon |
| Location(s): | Retail, Private Home |
| Brand name(s): | Caito Foods, LLC |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 137 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 38 |
Sources & documents
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