A Salmonella outbreak in Hopkins County, Kentucky, has killed one person and caused another seven confirmed illnesses. The health department does not know the source of the outbreak.
Investigators have begun interviewing victims to see where or what they might have eaten in the days leading up to their illnesses. The health department hope to determine the cause in the coming weeks. Often in cases like this, investigators don’t have enough information to definitively identify an outbreak source.
It is important that everyone wash their hands thoroughly and cook meat their meat to the proper temperature. Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramping. They generally develop 12 to 72 hours after exposure, and last between four and seven days. If you have any of these symptoms it is important to see a health professional.
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