2001 Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Newport Infections Linked to Unpasteurized, Raw Cheese
A confirmed, multistate, outbreak of Salmonella Newport was associated with eating fresh, unpasteurized, cheeses at picnics. The types of cheese was not described.
Tags:
group+c2, salmonellosis, s.+newport, salmonella+newport, dairy, unpasteurized cheese, raw cheeseOverview
| Outbreak began: | April 2001 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CT, MA, RI |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Newport |
| Vehicle(s): | Cheese |
| Location(s): | Picnic |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 27 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 12 |
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