2021 Outbreak of Campylobacteriosis Associated with Contact with Birds at a Shelter, Pennsylvania

In May 2021, Pennsylvania public health officials investigated an outbreak of suspected Campylobacter jejuni infections associated with contact with birds (not poultry) at an animal shelter. Two people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:May 2021
Affected country:US
States/territories:PA
Pathogen:Campylobacter jejuni
Vehicle(s):Animal Contact
Location(s):Animal Shelter
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:2

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