2009 Outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus Linked to Egg Salad Sandwiches, Virginia
Egg salad sandwiches were associated with an outbreak of Staphylococcus aureus among people who had eaten at a church in Virginia.
Tags:
s.+aureus, staphOverview
| Outbreak began: | May 2009 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | VA |
| Pathogen: | Staphylococcus aureus |
| Vehicle(s): | Sandwich, Eggs |
| Location(s): | Church event |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 19 |
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