2021 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Newport Infections Associated with Beef Jerky
In September 2021, local, state and public health officials investigated an outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections associated with beef jerky. Seventy-six people were ill. Twenty-seven people were hospitalized. No one died.
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salmonellosisOverview
| Outbreak began: | September 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Newport |
| Vehicle(s): | beef jerky |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 76 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 27 |
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