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CDC: Current Outbreaks
Salmonella
Salmonella is a common cause of diarrheal illness in Wisconsin. Salmonella bacteria can be contracted through food, water, objects, or contact with infected feces from people or animals. To prevent the spread of that bacteria, it is important to wash your hands frequently and thoroughly.
Recent Updates
- June 27th, the CDC posted an update on the multistate salmonella outbreak linked to backyard poultry. There are now 86 additional illnesses and 9 more affected states, bringing the national total to 195 cases across 38 states.
- As of July 2nd, the CDC reported that 449 people in 31 states and the District of Columbia, were infected by a salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers. No deaths have been reported but 125 people have been hospitalized.
- July 10th, it was reported that a four-state salmonella outbreak linked to raw, unpasteurized milk has infected at least 165 people from the fall of 2023 to June 2024.
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