2021 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections Associated with Lettuce, Ohio
In May 2021, Ohio public health officials investigated an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections associated with shredded iceberg lettuce. Three people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
The setting was reported as "other."
Tags:
iceberg, lettuce, salmonellosisOverview
| Outbreak began: | May 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | OH |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Enteritidis |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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