2021 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium Infections Associated with Berries

In July 2021, public health investigators investigated an outbreak of salmonellosis associated with blackberries and/or blueberries. Eleven people were ill. Four people were hospitalized. No one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2021
Affected country:US
Pathogen:Salmonella Typhimurium
Vehicle(s):Berries
Location(s):Private Home
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:11
Number hospitalized:4

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