2007 Outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus Infections at a Church Function, South Carolina

Both the pork and the chicken casserole were named as vehicles of infection in a confirmed outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus. A church or temple was where these were served.

Overview

Outbreak began:May 2007
Affected country:US
States/territories:SC
Pathogen:Staphylococcus aureus
Vehicle(s):chicken, Pork
Location(s):Church
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:21
Number hospitalized:1

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