Multistate Outbreak of Human Salmonella Chester Infections
Posted September 9, 2010
This outbreak appears to be over. However, Salmonella is an important cause of human illness in the United States. More information about Salmonella, and steps people can take to reduce their risk of infection, can be found on the CDC Salmonella Web Page.
Epi Curve
This outbreak can be visually described with a chart showing the number of persons who became ill each day. This chart is called an epi curve. Please see the Timeline for Reporting of Salmonella Cases for more details on the reporting process.
Infections with the Outbreak Strain of Salmonella Chester, by Week of Illness Onset
(n=44 for whom information was reported as of 08/27/10 at 9:00 am EST*)
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Previous Epi Curves
Epi Curve: June 25, 2010
Infections with the Outbreak Strain of Salmonella Chester, by Week of Illness Onset
n=33 for whom information was reported as of 06/25/10 at 9:00 am EST*
Epi Curve: June 18, 2010
Infections with the Outbreak Strain of Salmonella Chester, by Week of Illness Onset
n=29 for whom information was reported as of 06/18/10 at 9:00 am EST*
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