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Salmonella Oranienburg Outbreak Investigation - Unidentified Product (#1328)
8 months ago •source fda.gov
United States
Update November 26th, 2025:The FDA has officially closed the investigation into the Salmonella Oranienburg outbreak (ref #1328). According to CDC findings, affected individuals had reported eating sprouts before becoming ill. Epidemiologic and traceback investigations—along with product and environmental testing—were conducted by CDC, FDA, and state partners. All collected samples tested negative for Salmonella.
Once investigators confirmed sprouts as the source, the outbreak was deemed over. The implicated sprouts were already past their shelf life and no longer available for purchase. Health authorities report no ongoing risk to the public.
Source: FDA
Update September 10th, 2025:
The outbreak has ended and FDA has initiated an onsite inspection and sampling.
Source: FDA
August 20th, 2025:
A recent outbreak of Salmonella Oranienburg has been reported, affecting five individuals across the United States. The source of the outbreak remains unidentified, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has initiated a traceback investigation to determine the origin of the contamination.
The outbreak, referenced as #1328, is currently active and ongoing. The FDA is actively working to trace the source of the Salmonella Oranienburg pathogen, which has led to illnesses in multiple states. While the specific product linked to the outbreak has not yet been identified, the FDA is conducting inspections and sampling.
The issue was discovered through routine surveillance and reporting by health authorities. The FDA has begun a traceback process to identify the contaminated product and is collaborating with state and local health departments to gather more information. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more details become available.
Source: www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/investigations-foodborne-illness-outbreaks
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