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2003 Salmonella Outbreak Information
Salmonella Outbreak Information: 2003 Statistics
The 2003 Salmonella outbreaks listed here are only a selection from a long list of Salmonella outbreaks. To read the complete Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) list, go to CDC Foodborne Outbreaks 2003. It is interesting to note the many kinds of Salmonella bacteria, all of which can make people sick. It is also interesting to note the many foods—many of which involved undercooked eggs—that have been the source of Salmonella outbreaks. Learn about the prevention of Salmonella.
| Type | State | Victims | Food Product | Location |
| Salmonella Chester | Maryland | 26 | Alfalfa Sprouts | Restaurant or Deli; Private Home |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | California | 7 | Eggs Benedict; Omelet | Restaurant |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Maryland | 42 | Almonds | Private Home |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Oregon | 37 | Salad | Restaurant or Deli |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Minnesota | 4 | Egg Shell | Restaurant |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Wisconsin | 3 | Eggs | Prison or Jail |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Maryland | 40 | Potato Salad | Restaurant or Deli; Private Home |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Ohio | 17 | Meringue Pie | Restaurant or Deli |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Georgia | 38 | Scrambled Eggs | Hospital |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Missouri | 15 | Chicken; Sauce | Wedding Rehearsal Dinner |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | California | 76 | Deli Meat | Restaurant or Deli |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Maryland | 27 | Ground Beef | Private Home |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Minnesota | 30 | French Toast | Restaurant |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | Virginia | 6 | Mashed Potatoes | Private Home |
| Salmonella Enteritidis | California | 14 | Lettuce | Restaurant or Deli; Private Home |
| Salmonella Group B | Florida | 24 | Pork Sandwich | Restaurant or Deli |
| Salmonella Group B | California | 23 | Bottled Water | Community Center |
| Salmonella Group C1 | New York | 7 | Chicken | Private Home |
| Salmonella Group C1 | Texas | 250 | Multiple Foods | Prison or Jail |
| Salmonella Group D | Florida | 3 | Roast Chicken | Private Home |
| Salmonella Group L | Florida | 5 | Pork | Private Home |
| Salmonella Hadar | California | 3 | Chicken Burrito | Restaurant or Deli |
| Salmonella Heidelberg | Wyoming | 65 | Canned Mushrooms; Pasteurized Swiss Cheese | Restaurant or Deli |
| Salmonella Heidelberg | Texas | 517 | Green Pea Salad; Baked Chicken | Prison or Jail |
| Salmonella Heidelberg | Minnesota | 57 | Eggs; Pancakes | Restaurant |
| Salmonella Javiana | Illinois | 297 | Chicken Taco; Chicken Fajitas | Restaurant |
| Salmonella Kiambu | New Mexico | 23 | Beef Jerky | Various |
| Salmonella London | Wisconsin | 26 | Ham Sandwich | Golf Outing |
| Salmonella Muenchen | Maryland | 58 | Cantaloupe; Honeydew Melon | Daycare Center; Private Home |
| Salmonella Newport | Wisconsin | 25 | Roast Pig | Pig Roast |
| Salmonella spp. | Florida | 58 | Egg Salad | Synagogue |
| Salmonella Thompson | Missouri | 84 | Chicken; Sauce | Wedding Reception |
| Salmonella Typhimurium | Florida | 30 | Barbecue Sauce | Restaurant or Deli |
| Salmonella Typhimurium | Wisconsin | 38 | Chicken | Country Club |
Salmonella: Lawyers for Victims of Salmonella Poisoning
If you or a family member has been a victim of Salmonella poisoning, contact Pritzker | Ruohonen. You can reach us toll-free at 1-888-377-8900, e-mail us at info@pritzkerlaw.com, or fill in out online consultation form. To learn about senior partner Fred Pritzker, please see Food Poisoning: Lawyer.
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Taste of Chicago
Pritzker | Ruohonen attorney Rich Ruohonen is managing attorney for our Taste of Chicago / Pars Cove Salmonella cases, which involve a Salmonella outbreak with over 180 confirmed cases of Salmonella. Contact Rich Ruohonen regarding these cases at 1-888-377-8900 (toll-free).
E. coli Wrongful Death Settlement
We have recently settled a number of E. coli cases involving victims of various E. coli outbreaks, including a wrongful death claim.
Attorney Rich Ruohonen Has Article Published
Rich Ruohonen's recently published article addresses effective cross examination of the defence neuropsychologist.
Foodborne Outbreaks
- Oklahoma E. coli: An Oklahoma E. coli outbreak may be linked to a Locust Grove restaurant.
- Nebraska Beef Lawsuit: Nebraska Beef, Ltd. has recalled millions of pounds of beef products and has been linked to 2 outbreaks.
- Massachusettes E. coli: A Massachusettes E. coli outbreak has been linked to Nebraska Beef products and Coleman Meat products.
- Whole Foods Market Lawsuit: The Whole Foods Market E. coli outbreak is part of the Massachusettes E. coli outbreak above.
- Virginia E. coli - Goshen Scout Reservation: Dozens of scouts were sickened in an E. coli outbreak linked to beef.
- Georgia E. coli - Barbecue Pit Lawsuit
- Ohio E. coli Outbreak: Ground beef may have sickened people in both Michigan and Ohio.
- Michigan E. coli Outbreak: Ground beef may have sickened people in both Michigan and Ohio.
- Multi-State Salmonella Saintpaul Outbreak: Tomatoes have sickened hundreds of people throughout the United States.
- Minnesota Preschool E. coli: Outbreak associated with Wonder World Preschool in Slayton, Minnesota.
- Washington E. coli Lettuce: Outbreak associated with commercial romaine lettuce.
- Texas Salmonella Saintpaul - Tomato: Outbreak most likely caused by Roma, red plum and/or red round tomatoes.
- New Mexico Salmonella Saintpaul Linked to Tomatoes: Outbreak most likely caused by Roma, red plum and/or red round tomatoes.
- Nebraska E. coli Outbreak Associated with Roast Beef
- Hepatitis A - La Mesa California Chipotle - Lawyer and Lawsuit: San Diego County hepatitis A outbreak
- Salmonella - Puffed Rice Recall and Puffed Wheat Recall: Malt-O-Meal cereal recall.
- Minnesota Salmonella - Milford Valley Farms Lawsuit: Frozen chicken product.
- Salmonella - Agropecuaria Montelibano Cantaloupe Recall: Cantaloupe from Honduras.
- Salmonella Litchfield Cantaloupe Lawsuit: Recall of Dole, Chiquita and other brands.
- Honolulu E. coli - Sekiya's Lawsuit and Lawyer: E. coli associated with Hawaii restaurant.
- Alabama E. coli - Church Supper: Outbreak associated with Eastern Shore Baptis Church.
- E. coli - Rochester Meat Company Recall and Lawsuit: Ground beef recall.
- E. coli - Jeno's and Totino's Pizza Recall and Lawsuit: Pepperoni on pizza.
- E. coli - Topps Recall and Lawsuit: Hamburger patty recall.
- E. coli - Cargill/Sam's Club Recall and Lawsuit: Ground beef patty recall.
- Listeria - Whittier Farms Recall and Lawsuit: Miscarriage and death linked to milk.
- Hawaii Salmonella - Tuna Recall and Lawsuit
- Salmonella - Safeway Ground Beef Recall and Lawsuit
