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Monday, October 7, 2013
The Athens-Limestone Hospital is dealing with a possible salmonella outbreak. Dozens of people were treated at the hospital for symptoms similar to food poisoning by salmonella.
Hospital officials said six preliminary test results show what they believe to be salmonella. According to the Limestone County Health Department, all indications point to a Bean Day lunch hosted by the Limestone County Foundation on Aging.
The health department confirms at least one state investigator is traveling from Montgomery to look into the possible outbreak.
Hospital officials said 33 patients were treated Monday morning for extreme diarrhea and nausea.
A sample from the Bean Day event is in the process of being tested by the state health department.
Officials warn that if you think you might have contracted the bacteria, you should seek out medical assistance immediately.
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