Background: Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Tennessee (antigenic formula 6,7,14:z29:[1,2,7]) is a serovar of the O:7 (C1) serogroup. During From 1995 to 2004, an average of 52 Salmonella Tennessee cases were reported to the National Salmonella Surveillance System each year. Nuts and seeds such as sesame-based products, pistachio halva are the common vehicles for serovar Tennessee.
Animal reservoir: No animal reservoir is identified for serovar Tennessee.
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Outbreaks: Outbreaks have been associated with S. Tennessee.
| Year | Location | Associated Source | Number of Cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-1993 | Canada and US | Milk products and infant formula | 48 |
| 2006-2007 | US: Multi-state | Peanut butter | 715 |
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