Background: Salmonella enterica subsp. enterica serovar Reading (antigenic formula 1,4,[5],12:f,g:[1,2]) is a serovar of the O:4 (B) serogroup. It has been implicated in foodborne illness, as well as a breast abscess, and a case of osteomyelitis.
Animal reservoir: Poultry and swine are the implicated reservoirs for serovar Reading, and it has been the cause of death in turkey poults.
Geographical distribution: S. Reading has been reported in the US.
Outbreaks: Several outbreaks linked to S. Reading have been reported.
| Year | Location | Associated Product | Number of cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | US-multistate | Turkey Products | 164 |
| 2016 | US-multistate | Alfalfa sprouts | 29* |
| 1956-7 | US-multistate | Unknown | 283 |
*24 patients were infected with S. Reading, and 5 patients were co-infected with S. Reading and another serovar
Recalls: Food recalls linked to S. Reading are reported below:
| Year | Location | Recalled product | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | US-multistate | Alfalfa sprouts | produce |
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