2021 Outbreak of Salmonella Uganda Infections Associated with a Caterer, Illinois

In July 2021, Illinois public health officials investigated an outbreak of Salmonella Uganda infections associated with food prepared by a caterer. Three people were ill. Two people were hospitalized. No one died. The vehicle of transmission was not reported.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2021
Affected country:US
States/territories:IL
Pathogen:Salmonella Uganda
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Catered Event
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:3
Number hospitalized:2

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