1998 Outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg Infections at a Restaurant, Minnesota

One person was known to have developed Salmonella Heidelberg infections after eating at a Minnesota restaurant. The investigation discovered three food workers infected with Salmonella. Salmonella Heidelberg strain isolated from two of the food workers matched the strain that was isolated from the patron.

Overview

Outbreak began:June 1998
Affected country:US
States/territories:MN
Pathogen:Salmonella Heidelberg
Vehicle(s):Ill foodhandler
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:4

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