2007 Outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo Infections Linked to Consumption of Pancit, Illinois
A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo occurred in Illinois. Pancit was named as the vehicle of infection. Pancit, or pansit, are noodles used in Filipino cuisine. The public was exposed at multiple locations: restaurant; grocery stores; private home.
Tags:
group+c1, salmonellosis, s.+montevideo, salmonella+montevideoOverview
| Outbreak began: | April 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IL |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Montevideo |
| Vehicle(s): | Pancit |
| Location(s): | Grocery Store, Private Home, Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 13 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
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