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Salmonella cases in UK likely to riseuntil source of outbreak is found

Experts say imported eggs served in cafes and restaurants may be behind hundreds of infections and one death

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Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent28 Aug 2026, 04:42 pmUpdated 1d ago1 min readEuropeUnited Kingdom

United Kingdom — Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent

Salmonella cases in UK likely to rise until source of outbreak is found

Experts say imported eggs served in cafes and restaurants may be behind hundreds of infections and one death

Salmonella cases in the UK are expected to rise until the common source is identified, something that is notoriously difficult to establish, experts have warned.

There have been 474 confirmed cases and one death linked to the current outbreak, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), with the latest investigations suggesting it is associated with eating imported eggs in cafes and restaurants.

Salmonella cases in the UK are expected to rise until the common source is identified, something that is notoriously difficult to establish, experts have warned.

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Source: The Guardian · Tobi Thomas Health and inequalities correspondent. Published 28 Aug 2026, 04:42 pm.

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