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A Salmonella outbreak from Sicilian tomatoes has sickened 437 people in 17 countries since 2023, with U.S. cases linked to travel.
A multi-year Salmonella Strathcona outbreak linked to tomatoes, primarily small tomatoes from Sicily, Italy, has infected at least 437 people across 17 countries since early 2023, with cases peaking annually from June to September.
The strain, previously tied to a 2011 outbreak in Denmark, was found in irrigation water at a Sicilian farm, indicating environmental contamination.
Investigations by the ECDC and EFSA highlight ongoing food safety weaknesses in Sicily, including staff shortages and poor water management.
While no Salmonella was found in tomato samples from other Italian regions, other strains were detected in water and growing substrates.
The U.S. reported 24 cases, mostly among travelers to Europe.
No deaths have occurred, but dozens were hospitalized.
Health officials warn of continued risk due to raw consumption and urge strict food hygiene practices.
Un brote de Salmonella de los tomates sicilianos ha enfermado a 437 personas en 17 países desde 2023, con casos en Estados Unidos vinculados a viajes.