18 Ontario salmonella cases linked to geckos contribute to 35 cases across 7 Canadian provinces; PHAC investigates outbreak, identifying gecko exposure as a likely source.

18 salmonella cases linked to geckos have been reported in Ontario, with 35 cases across seven Canadian provinces. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is investigating a salmonella outbreak, with exposure to geckos identified as a likely source. Investigations have found that many individuals who fell ill had direct or indirect contact with geckos or their environments before becoming sick. The outbreak has affected provinces including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and New Brunswick.

March 22, 2024
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