2007 Outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis Infections Linked to Ground Beef, Texas

A confirmed outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis was linked to a Texas restaurant. Ground beef was named as the vehicle of infection.

Overview

Outbreak began:April 2007
Affected country:US
States/territories:TX
Pathogen:Salmonella Enteritidis
Vehicle(s):Beef
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:4
Number hospitalized:1

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