2008 Outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus Infections Linked to Ham, New York
A confirmed outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus occurred among people who had eaten ham at a private home in New York state.
Tags:
s.+aureus, staph, hamOverview
| Outbreak began: | November 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | NY |
| Pathogen: | Staphylococcus aureus |
| Vehicle(s): | Pork |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 14 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 5 |
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