2008 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections Linked to Milford Valley Farms Frozen Chicken Dinners, Minnesota

Two persons developed Salmonellosis after eating Milford Valley Farms Chicken Cordon Bleu or Chicken Buffalo Style, produced by Serenade Foods, of Milford, Illinois. An indistinguishable strain of Salmonella Enteritidis was found in the food and from the stool of the case patients. While no recall was issued, the public was warned to avoid preparing these products in microwave ovens where they may not be cooked thoroughly. At least one of the ill persons had heated the chicken in the microwave.

Overview

Outbreak began:February 2008
Affected country:US
States/territories:MN
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):chicken
Location(s):Retail, Private Home
Brand name(s):Milford Valley, Dutch Farms, Kirkwood, Serenade Foods
Molecular test results:JEGX01.0005/JEGA26.0004

Health impact

Total ill:7
Number hospitalized:3

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