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Multistate Outbreak of Salmonella Agbeni Infections Linked to Pet Turtles

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Source: cdc.gov

Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–August 29, 2017. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) and multiple states are investigating a multistate outbreak of human Salmonella infections linked to contact with pet turtles.

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  • Thirty-seven people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Agbeni have been reported from 13 states.
    • Illnesses started on dates ranging from March 1, 2017 to August 3, 2017
    • Of 33 people with available information, 16 have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.
    • Twelve…

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