2020 Outbreak of Suspected Scombroid Poisoning Linked to Copper River Salmon, Washington
In May 2020, Public Health Seattle King County investigated a suspected outbreak of scombroid poisoning in two people who consumed Copper River salmon. No one was hospitalized and no one died.
Tags:
seafood, salmon, finfish, histamineOverview
| Outbreak began: | May 2020 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | WA |
| Pathogen: | Scombroid poisoning |
| Vehicle(s): | fish |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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