2009 Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium at Nursey Schools in Cantebury, England

Two clusters of an unusual strain of Salmonella Typhimurium, PT U319, occurred in Canterbury, England in December 2009. Illnesses occurred among children who attended three different nursery schools and a primary school in the area.

Overview

Outbreak began:December 2009
Affected country:Other International
States/territories:NA
Pathogen:Salmonella Typhimurium
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):School
Molecular test results:Phage Type U319

Health impact

Total ill:14

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