Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium ST19 linked to passerine birds and cats in Norway, March to July 2024

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Authors

Hilde Marie Lund · Norwegian Institute of Public Health

Lin T. Brandal · Norwegian Institute of Public Health

Liz Ertzeid Ødeskaug · Norwegian Institute of Public Health

Heidi Lange · Norwegian Institute of Public Health

Polina Katsiouleri · Norwegian Institute of Public Health

Gro Johannessen · Norwegian Veterinary Institute

Bjarne Bergsjø

Abstract

Passerine birds are a well-documented reservoir for S. Typhimurium in the Nordic region, often leading to transmission to both cats and humans. This outbreak highlights the role of animal exposure in the spread of S. Typhimurium and emphasize the need for timely, targeted public health communication on infection prevention measures.

Topics & Keywords

Salmonella and Campylobacter epidemiology Escherichia coli research studies Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: European Journal of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases

DOI: 10.1007/s10096-026-05421-8

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