2011 Outbreak of Cyclosporiasis at the Georgia Aquarium, Georgia

In July 2011 Georgia public health officials investigated an outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis infections. Ninety nine people became ill after eating at three separate, catered events held at the Georgia Aquarium in late July. Three people were hospitalized. The caterer was Wolfgang Puck catering. The common foods served were a salad mix, fresh basil and cherry tomatoes. There was a food court at the aquarium, however, none of the illnesses was linked to eating food from this source.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2011
Affected country:US
States/territories:GA
Pathogen:Cyclospora
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Catered Event
Brand name(s):Wolfgang Puck
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:99
Number hospitalized:3

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