Chicago health officials are investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to a taqueria in the city’s Avondale neighborhood that has affected 20 people, with 10 requiring hospitalization.
According to the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), those affected had consumed prepared food from Carniceria Guanajuato, located at 3140 North California Avenue.
Carniceria Guanajuato voluntarily closed the taqueria on Sept. 8. Individuals who purchased prepared food from the taqueria or its grocery store section since Aug. 29 are advised to discard it.
Anyone who has eaten prepared food from the taqueria or grocery store section of Carniceria Guanajuato since Aug. 29 may have been exposed to Salmonella.
The CDPH conducted an environmental assessment of the grocery store and provided guidance on safe food handling and environmental cleaning.
Symptoms of Salmonella typically last from four to seven days, with most individuals recovering without needing treatment.
While antibiotics are not necessary for recovery in most cases, older adults and those with weakened immune systems may require treatment.
Most people infected with Salmonella develop symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, or fever between six hours and six days after consuming contaminated food, according to the CDPH.
