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Salmonella Outbreak doesn't overly concern St. Louis area Senator

February 12, 2002
By: Matt Flener
State Capital Bureau

A salmonella outbreak in St. Louis county won't cause changes in state health policies.

Matt Flener has more from Jefferson City

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Rotten food at Roberts Steak Buffet in St. Louis County infected 28 people with salmonella and likely exposed more.

While some concerns remain, Republican Senator Betty Sims praised County health officials for their quick response to the problem.

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OutCue: "close the restaurant"
Contents: Doctors notified health officials early of the problem to help close the restaurant.

Sims says that while she is concerned with public health issues, she is confident that this is an isolated incident.

In Jefferson City, Matt Flener.