2002 Outbreak of Yersinia enterocolitica Infections at a Restaurant, Alaska

A confirmed outbreak of Yersinia enterocolitica occurred among people who had eaten at an ethnic style restaurant in Alaska. The vehicle of infection was not described.

Overview

Outbreak began:November 2002
Affected country:US
States/territories:AK
Pathogen:Yersinia enterocolitica
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:5

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