2021 Outbreak of Salmonella Infantis Infections Associated with Shredded Pork Products, Ontario, Canada

An outbreak of Salmonella Infantis infections was associated with the consumption of shredded pork products at multiple restaurants in Ontario between July 2021 and October 2021. The outbreak involved 36 case-patients from six public health units. Seven (19%) cases were hospitalized. No deaths were reported.

The implicated shredded pork products (i.e., rinds or skins) that were distributed by an unlicensed meat processor and consumed at various restaurants that served Southeast Asian fusion cuisine concentrated in the Greater Toronto area.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2021
Affected country:Canada
States/territories:NA
Pathogen:Salmonella Infantis
Vehicle(s):Pork
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:36
Number hospitalized:7

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