1985 Multistate/Multiprovince Outbreak of Chemical Poisoning Linked to Melons
In July, persons in the US and Canada (Alberta; British Columbia) developed symptoms of poisoning with a cholinesterase-inhibitor. The most severe signs and symptoms included seizures, loss of consciousness, cardiac arrhythmia, hypotension, dehydration, and anaphylaxis. Oregon officials identified aldicarb sulfoxide (ASO) in several watermelons consumed by
What is Salmonella?
It has long been said that, in 1885, pioneering American veterinary scientist, Daniel E. Salmon, discovered the first strain of Salmonella. Though, Theobald Smith, research-assistant to Dr. Salmon, discovered the first strain of Salmonella—Salmonella Choleraesuis. But being in charge, Dr. Salmon received all the credit.[1] Today, the number
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San Diego – 12 with Salmonella: County of San Diego health officials are reporting three additional cases of Salmonella illness linked to unpasteurized or “raw” milk from a producer in Fresno, CA.
This brings the total number of local cases to 12, including three people who were hospitalized. The cases began in late September
Three deaths have been reported in the United States, two from Minnesota and one from Oregon. Five deaths have been reported in Canada.
In the United States, as of December 6, 230 people infected with one of the outbreak strains of Salmonella have been reported from 38 states. Illnesses started on dates ranging from October 16
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Summary
Public Health is investigating an outbreak of salmonellosis (caused by Salmonella bacteria) associated with Hope Church International in Seattle. The people we interviewed who became sick reported eating homemade dishes served at the church potluck.
Illnesses
Seven people from five separate households reported becoming sick after eating at a potluck at Hope Church International
States with the highest case count: Arizona 7, Illinois 6, Minnesota 14, Missouri 9, Ohio 8 and Wisconsin 10.
The updated number in the United States:
• Illnesses: 117
• Hospitalizations: 61
• Deaths: 2
• States: 34
As of November 28, 117 people infected with one of the outbreak strains of Salmonella have been