2006 Outbreak of Scombroid Poisoning Linked to Tuna, Louisiana
Six people developed Scombroid poisoning after eating tuna at a workplace cafeteria in Louisiana.
Tags:
scombroid, histamine, finfish, seafood, tunaOverview
| Outbreak began: | December 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | LA |
| Pathogen: | Scombroid poisoning |
| Vehicle(s): | fish |
| Location(s): | Workplace |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 6 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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