Officials warn of Salmonella outbreak at New Hampshire noodle bar
Health officials are investigating a Salmonella outbreak at a popular Manchester restaurant that sent one person to the hospital.
Seven people have have come down with the infection after reportedly eating at the Buba Noodle Bar on Lowell Street. One case resulted in a hospitalization and no deaths have been reported.
“Anybody who develops a gastrointestinal illness within 7 days after eating at the Buba Noodle Bar restaurant should contact their primary care provider for Salmonella testing,” said State Epidemiologist Dr. Benjamin Chan. “Symptoms of a Salmonella infection most commonly include fever, abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Symptoms usually will improve without antibiotics; however, more serious infection can occur.”
The Buba Noodle Bar voluntarily closed is doors on May 20, 2022 while public health officials launched an investigation. The restaurant is assisting to help determine a source of the infections and will not reopen until the city approves all standards of practice and clears the bar of any further concerns.
In a statement, the restaurant said, “customer safety is our number one concern. We consider all of you part of our extended family and we are deeply sorry for this situation. We appreciate your past support and hope we can count on it in the future.”
Multiple others with the Salmonella infection are currently being investigated by both the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services and the City of Manchester Department of Health.
Salmonella is most commonly spread when a person eats contaminated food or from not washing their hands after touching animals or food items known to carry the bacteria. Most people with the infection get better within 3 to 7 days, according to public health officials.
Washing your hands thoroughly and disinfecting commonly touched surfaces in your home and office are common ways you can help protect yourself and others from Salmonella.
The owners of BUBA Noodle Restaurant wish to share an update for why we unexpectedly had to close our doors on Friday....
Posted by Buba Noodle Bar on Saturday, May 21, 2022
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