May 2005

The salmonella outbreak in Camden has become South Carolina’s largest food-bourne illness investigation in recent history, with the number of people reporting symptoms rising to 263, according to state health officials.

The death of a Lugoff man also has been linked to the salmonella outbreak at Old South Restaurant in Camden.

The number of hospitalizations

American Natural Herbs & Spices Inc., of Union City, California, is voluntarily recalling "aSPICES Brand BASIL GROUND." because it may be contaminated with salmonella.

This product comes in a 1-ounce clear plastic bag with English wording and aSPICES logo.

No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with this product.

aSPICES Brand products

A Lugoff man’s death has been linked to a salmonella outbreak at a Camden buffet restaurant, state health officials said Wednesday, and the number of others who became ill has risen to at least 176.

Kershaw County Coroner Johnny Fellers confirmed Wednesday that James Arledge, 58, died early Sunday from cardiac arrythmia after getting a

Cafe Santa Fe served 300 customers Monday when the Benton restaurant reopened after being closed almost a month because of a salmonella outbreak. "We have apparently regained the confidence and trust of all our patrons," owner Herb Flores said.

Cafe Santa Fe closed voluntarily May 1 after the Health Department said nine cases of salmonella