2019 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections, Unknown Source

Federal, state, and local public health agencies investigated a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections beginning in August 2019. A total of 23 outbreak associated cases were identified. Five people were hospitalized. No one died The source was not determined.

Overview

Outbreak began:August 2019
Affected country:US
States/territories:AZ, CA, LA, NM, OK, PA, TN, TX, WA
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:23
Number hospitalized:5

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