A Salmonella outbreak in northern Texas includes 30 cases linked to the X10 in Texas Woodfire Steakhouse in Dalhart, and 12 other cases in Bushland, according NewsChannel10.com. Yesterday, the Texas Department of Health said 30 confirmed cases of Salmonella had been linked to the steakhouse and other cases were being investigated.
A source of the outbreak has not yet been identified. All environmental and food samples taken from the restaurant tested negative for Salmonella, according to teh health department.
Symptoms of a Salmonella infection, which usually develop within six to 72 hours of exposure, include headache, stomach pain, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting and can last up to 10 days. Dehydration from symptoms may require treatment at a hospital. In a small number of cases, where the infection travels to the bloodstream, illness can be life-threatening. Anyone who has eaten at the restaurant and is experiencing symptoms should see a doctor and mention possible exposure to Salmonella.
