Public Health investigated an outbreak of salmonellosis (caused by Salmonella bacteria) associated with Washington Care Center in Seattle. Washington Care Center is a long-term care facility that is typically not open to the general public. Based on the investigation, this outbreak was likely due to contaminated food served at the facility. Public Health identified 29 people connected to Washington Care Center that developed one or more symptoms consistent with salmonellosis, including diarrhea, abdominal cramping, nausea, and vomiting. Six of the residents were hospitalized. Illness onset dates ranged from July 1, 2023, to July 5, 2023. No ill food workers were identified. According to officials, the outbreak appears to be over.
