2006 Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium Infections at a Restaurant, Georgia

A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium occurred among people who had eaten dosai in a restaurant or in a private home in Georgia. Dosai are a fermented lentil crepes which are usually filled with vegetables or meats. The filling was not described.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2006
Affected country:US
States/territories:GA
Pathogen:Salmonella Saintpaul
Vehicle(s):Dosai
Location(s):Private Home, Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:3
Number hospitalized:1

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