2021 Outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus infections, Puerto Rico

In November 2021, public health officials in Puerto Rico investigated an outbreak of suspected Staphylococcus aureus infections. Three people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died. The implicated vehicles of transmission were reported as "roasted turkey, rice, and potato salad." The setting was reported as "other."

Overview

Outbreak began:November 2021
Affected country:US
States/territories:PR
Pathogen:Staphylococcus aureus
Vehicle(s):Turkey, Rice, Potato Salad
Location(s):Other
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:3

Sources & documents

Report / reference links