2007 Outbreak of Bacillus cereus and Staphylococcus aureus at a Restaurant Tennessee
A confirmed, dual outbreak of Bacillus cereus and Staphylococcus aureus occurred among patrons of a Tennessee restaurant. Chicken, rice, lamb, and pita bread were named as the vehicles of infection.
Tags:
b.+cereus, s.+aureus, staph, bacillus+cereus, poultry, grainOverview
| Outbreak began: | October 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | TN |
| Pathogen: | Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus |
| Vehicle(s): | chicken, Rice, Lamb, Bread |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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Sources & documents
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