1994 International Outbreak of Salmonella Agona Infections Linked to Kosher Peanut Savory Snack Produced In Israel
Increases in Salmonella Agona were noted in in England, Wales, Israel, Canada, and the United States. Various epidemiologic analyses implicated a savory, peanut snack that had been produced in Israel and had an international distribution. One strain of Salmonella Agona, phage type 15, was responsible for the illnesses. This strain was isolated from product samples and case-patients.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | October 1994 |
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| Affected country: | Canada, US, Other International |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Agona |
| Vehicle(s): | snack food |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Phage Type 15 |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 51 |
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