2007 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo Infections Linked to Pasteurized, Shredded Cheese
A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo occurred in multiple U.S. states. The vehicle of infection was pasteurized, shredded cheese. The involved states were not described. The cheese brand was not available.
Tags:
group+c1, salmonellosis, s.+montevideo, salmonella+montevideoOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Montevideo |
| Vehicle(s): | Cheese |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 20 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 9 |
Sources & documents
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