2020 Outbreak of Salmonella Paratyphi B Infections Linked to Juice Bar, Minnesota

On October 9, 2020 the Minnesota Department of Health announced an outbreak investigation of Salmonella Paratyphi B infections associated with NéktƏr Juice Bar located in Woodbury, Minnesota. Nine cases had been identified. Dates of illness onset ranged from August 27, 2020 to September 21, 2020. Two cases had been hospitalized.

Investigators found that ill cases consumed a variety of menu items (juices, smoothies, or bowls) from NéktƏr Juice Bar.

Overview

Outbreak began:August 2020
Affected country:US
States/territories:MN
Pathogen:Salmonella Paratyphi B
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Restaurant
Brand name(s):NéktƏr Juice Bar
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:9
Number hospitalized:2

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents