Background: Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Saphra (antigenic formula 16:y:1,5) is a serovar of the O:16 (I) serogroup.
Animal Reservoir: There is not clear evidence of the animal reservoir for this serovar.
Geographical distribution: Serovar Saphra has been reported in cantaloupes from Mexico and ground spices in Italy.
Outbreaks: There are limited reports of outbreaks associated with Salmonella Saphra in humans.
| Year | Location | Associated food | Number of cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | US-California | cantaloupes from Mexico | 24 |
Recalls: Food recalls are occasionally linked to S. Saphra.
| Year | Location | Recalled product | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Italy | ground black pepper | herbs & spices |
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