2005 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections, Unknown Source, Michigan

Lapeer County, Michigan, saw in increase in Salmonella Enteritidis cases in July. Twenty people became infected with the bacteria, and five were hospitalized due to the disease. An investigation by the health department found no common exposures to restaurants or specific foods. The outbreak was thought to be due to ill food workers contaminating multiple food items, but the exact location of the contamination was never determined.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2005
Affected country:US
States/territories:MI
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):Ill foodhandler
Location(s):Unknown
Molecular test results:no

Health impact

Total ill:20
Number hospitalized:5

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