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Šibenik Salmonella outbreak linked to roasted pork consumption
An outbreak of Salmonella has affected approximately 30 people in Šibenik, Croatia. The Šibenik-Knin County Institute of Public Health has identified the likely cause as the consumption of roasted pork from a specific vendor in the city.
The first cases were reported on August 3, involving members of two related families. A significant surge in infections occurred between August 16 and August 18. Most patients are receiving outpatient treatment for symptoms including abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and high fever, though three individuals, including two children, required hospitalization at Šibenik General Hospital.
Branka Unić-Klarin, Director of the County Institute of Public Health, stated that microbiological analysis of stool samples has confirmed Salmonella group E in most patients. While the link to the roasted pork is strongly suspected based on the timing of symptoms, laboratory results for the meat itself are still pending. Sanitary inspectors are currently conducting an investigation into the matter.
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Branka Unić-Klarin · Salmonella · Šibenik · Šibenik General Hospital · Šibenik-Knin County Institute of Public Health
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Three patients, including two children, were hospitalized due to the infection. www.dalmacijadanas.hr · www.telegram.hr · www.zagreb.info
- [● 2 SOURCES] Most patients are being treated as outpatients. www.telegram.hr · www.zagreb.info
- [● 3 SOURCES] The first cases were recorded on August 3. www.dalmacijadanas.hr · www.telegram.hr · www.zagreb.info
- [● 3 SOURCES] Approximately 30 people have been infected with Salmonella. www.dalmacijadanas.hr · www.telegram.hr · www.zagreb.info
- [● 3 SOURCES] The infection is linked to the consumption of roasted pork from a single vendor in Šibenik. www.dalmacijadanas.hr · www.telegram.hr · www.zagreb.info
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Microbiological analysis of stool samples confirmed Salmonella group E in most patients. www.zagreb.info