2006 Outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus Infections at a Church Dinner, Virginia
A confirmed outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus was linked to eating at a church dinner in Virginia. The vehicles of infection were described as beef apanado de res (beef with rice), potato salad, or rice.
Tags:
s.+aureus, staph, potato salad, beef, riceOverview
| Outbreak began: | April 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | VA |
| Pathogen: | Staphylococcus aureus |
| Vehicle(s): | Beef, Rice, Potato Salad |
| Location(s): | Church event |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 36 |
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