2009 Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium Infections Linked to Lettuce, Colorado
A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections was associated with eating iceberg lettuce at a picnic in Colorado.
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group+b, s.+typhimurium, salmonella+typhimurium, salmonellosis, lettuce, iceberg lettuce, produceOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2009 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CO |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Typhimurium |
| Vehicle(s): | Leafy greens |
| Location(s): | Picnic |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 27 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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