2009 Outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg Infections Linked to Chicken, Oregon

A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg infections occurred among people who had eaten chicken in a private home or at a restaurant in Oregon.

Overview

Outbreak began:March 2009
Affected country:US
States/territories:OR
Pathogen:Salmonella Heidelberg
Vehicle(s):chicken
Location(s):Private Home, Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:26
Number hospitalized:8

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