2014 Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium Linked to Churrascaria Aveirense, Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the New Bedford Board of Health investigated an outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium linked to food served by the Churrascaria Aveirense Restaurant located in New Bedford. The restaurant was closed during the investigation.

Overview

Outbreak began:December 2014
Affected country:US
States/territories:MA
Pathogen:Salmonella
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Restaurant
Brand name(s):Churrascaria Aveirense
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:57
Number hospitalized:6

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents