The Cumberland County Department of Public Health in North Carolina has announced a Salmonella outbreak among staff and patrons of the Holiday Inn Bordeaux in Fayetteville. The hotel has two restaurants: the All American Sports Bar and Grill and the Cafe Bordeaux. The facility also has a banquet kitchen.
Cumberland County Health Department Director Buck Wilson said, “we are actively working with the hotel and restaurant management and with state officials to resolve this as soon as possible.” The management of the hotel is fully cooperating with local and state authorities.
There are two confirmed cases of Salmonella infections. One person has been hospitalized. As of May 13, 2013, 16 people had signs and symptoms consistent with Salmonella, including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. All ill persons ate at the Holiday Inn Bordeaux on Tuesday, May 7 and Wednesday, May 8, 2013.
The Health Department is asking anyone with symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning, including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea to contact them at 910-433-3638. You can also call the “Salmonella Hotline” at 910-433-3824. Even if you were ill and have recovered, please contact authorities so your case can help solve this outbreak. In addition, anyone who has had a Salmonella infection is at risk for future health problems, including reactive arthritis, and should be monitored by a doctor for signs of these issues.
