Public Health Wales investigating 33 confirmed cases of salmonella in Wrexham

Public Health Wales is continuing to work with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health board and Wrexham Council to investigate a cluster of Salmonella cases in the city.

33 cases of salmonella associated with a single venue have already been confirmed by Public Health Wales.

Following the identification of several cases of Salmonella in Wrexham, an investigation is being carried out by a multi-agency Outbreak Control Team (OCT) which includes representatives from Public Health Wales, Wrexham Council’s Environmental Health Team and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.

Richard Firth, Consultant in Public Health at Public Health Wales, and Chair of the OCT, said: “Public Health Wales is working with colleagues to investigate this cluster of cases, and to reduce the risk of further spread of infection.

“We are currently investigating 33 confirmed cases of salmonella associated with a single venue in the town.

“Infection with Salmonella can cause watery and sometimes bloody diarrhoea, abdominal pain, headache, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Salmonella is one of a number of organisms that gives rise to illness collectively known as ‘food poisoning’.

“Although it is an unpleasant illness, most people who become ill with Salmonella generally make a full recovery, but serious complications may occur in frail, elderly people, very young children and people with impaired immune systems.

“Anyone who is concerned about their health should contact their GP or call NHS Direct Wales on 111.”