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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to San Diego Café: 14 Cases

5/4/2025

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San Diego County is on high alert as officials probe a salmonella outbreak tied to Aladdin Mediterranean Café, with 14 confirmed cases and five hospitalizations reported in late April. The café has taken the precautionary step of closing its doors for testing. Notably, the region has seen a decline in salmonellosis cases, with 184 reported in 2025 compared to 753 in 2024.

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San Diego County is on high alert as officials probe a salmonella outbreak tied to Aladdin Mediterranean Café, with 14 confirmed cases and five hospitalizations reported in late April. The café has taken the precautionary step of closing its doors for testing. Notably, the region has seen a decline in salmonellosis cases, with 184 reported in 2025 compared to 753 in 2024.