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Salmonella Berta outbreak in King County, WA - Unknown source
1 year ago •source kingcounty.gov
Outbreak
Washington, United States
The Seattle & King County Public Health announced they are investigating an outbreak of Salmonella Berta. To date, 6 people from 6 separate households reported becoming sick, 2 people were hospitalized and no deaths were reported. Their illnesses onset between April 12, 2023, and June 5, 2023. So far, a common location or source has not been identified.All 6 cases are linked through genetic fingerprinting (whole genome sequencing) which indicates they likely have a common source of infection. These cases were reported from April 14, 2023, to June 12, 2023. Most people who were interviewed reported eating pork (e.g., a variety of pork cuts cooked at home) and different types of seafood (e.g., fish and crab) but no source has been identified. The investigation is ongoing.
In case you are experiencing Salmonella symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source: kingcounty.gov/depts/health/communicable-diseases/disease-control/outbreak/unknown-source-april-june-2023.aspx
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