2007 Outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg Linked to Barbeque and Coleslaw, Tennessee
A laboratory confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Heidelberg occurred among people who ate at a barbeque held at a home in Tennessee. Barbeque and coleslaw were named as the vehicles of infection. The barbeque and coleslaw ingredients were not named.
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group+b, s.+heidelberg, salmonellosis, salmonella+heidelburg, barbeque, coleslaw, pork, bbq, Pulled porkOverview
| Outbreak began: | January 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | TN |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Heidelberg |
| Vehicle(s): | Pork, Coleslaw |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 16 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 4 |
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