Monday, November 18, 2013

Melbourne Cup functions linked to widespread Salmonella illness

A Brisbane catering company is thought to be responsible for a widespread outbreak of Salmonella poisoning, that has been linked to the death of a 77-year-old woman, following Melbourne Cup functions.At least 220 people have reported illness following attending catered Melbourne Cup functions found to have salmonella infected food.The Director of Metro North Public Health Unit, Doctor Susan Vlack, said salmonella was possibly a contributing factor to the woman's death and that investigations are continuing.

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