Salmonella Outbreaks Reported at California Restaurant

A Salmonella outbreak in Vietnam earlier this year led to nearly 450 hospitalizations, with one fatality, linked to banh mi sandwiches from a local bakery. The bakery, which had been operating for over 20 years, was found to have serious food safety violations, including poor food processing practices and lack of sanitary measures. In Los Angeles, a separate outbreak traced to Madre Oaxacan Restaurant has seen confirmed cases rise to 45, prompting a temporary closure of the establishment. Health officials are conducting an ongoing investigation, which revealed that several staff members tested positive for Salmonella. The restaurant owner expressed regret and emphasized transparency during the investigation, while a lawsuit has been filed by a diner who became ill after eating there. Salmonella remains a significant public health issue, causing millions of illnesses and thousands of deaths globally each year.