2011 Outbreak of Salmonella Montevideo Infections at a Federal Prison, Pennsylvania
An outbreak of salmonellosis was associated with eating chicken fajitas, on June 25, at the USA Penitentiary-Canaan in Waymart, Pennsylvania. At least 320 inmates and 4 staff were infected. A fajita consists of grilled meat served on a flour of corn tortilla.
Tags:
salmonellosis, meat, correctional facilityOverview
| Outbreak began: | June 2011 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | PA |
| Pathogen: | Salmonella Montevideo |
| Vehicle(s): | Fajitas |
| Location(s): | Prison |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 324 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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