The CDC has released a summary of possible multistate outbreaks of enteric diseases for 2023, highlighting key trends in foodborne animal-related illnesses. 

The CDC and state and regulatory partners investigated 181 possible multistate outbreaks caused by Salmonella, STEC, Listeria and Campylobacter. Of these, 84 were confirmed as outbreaks, and investigators were able to solve 50, identifying confirmed sources for 28 and suspected sources for 22. Altogether, these outbreaks resulted in over 3,100 illnesses, nearly 950 hospitalizations, and 10 deaths. Among the solved outbreaks, 32 were linked to contaminated food, including fruits, vegetable row crops and chicken. While 18 were linked to animal contact, with backyard poultry causing the most illnesses. 

This report highlights the ongoing public health challenge of preventing foodborne illnesses and underscores the importance of continued surveillance, outbreak investigation and collaboration among partners. 

You can read the full CDC summary here.