National outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium (Dutch) phage-type 132 in the Netherlands, October to December 2009

Abstract

Between October and December 2009, 23 cases of Salmonella Typhimurium (Dutch) phage type 132, each with an identical multiple-locus variable-number tandem-repeat analysis (MLVA) profile (02-20-08-11-212), were reported from across the Netherlands. A case-control study was conducted using the foodconsumption component of responses to a routine population-based survey as a control group. The mean age of cases was 17 years (median: 10 years, range: 1-68). Sixteen cases were aged 16 years or under. Raw or undercooked beef products were identified as the probable source of infection. Consumers, in particular parents of young children, should be reminded of the potential danger of eating raw or undercooked meat.