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Animal reservoir: According to CDC, 2011, S. Javiana is found in non-clinical non-human sources, specifically, non-clinical chicken and turkey. In addition, S. Javiana infection has been associated with contact with reptiles and amphibians. This serovar has also been found in dogs.
Geographical distribution: S. Javiana has been reported among the top 10 serovars from human cases the U.S., in Australia sporadic cases have been reported. In addition, spices from Thailand have been found to contain strains of S. Javiana.
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Year | Location | Associated source | Number of cases |
| 2021 | US-multistate | Pre-cut Cantaloupe | 65 |
| 2019 | US-multistate | Fresh Cut Fruit | 165 |
2002 | US-Florida | Tomatoes | 159 |
2001 | US- Massachusetts | Amphibian | 66 |
1993 | Germany | Paprika & paprika-powdered potato chips (serovars Saintpaul and Rubislaw were also involved) | 1000 |
Border Rejections:
| Year | Exporting Country | Country issuing border rejection | Associated Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Brazil | Germany | Black pepper |
| 2021 | Brazil | Germany | Black pepper |
| 2020 | Brazil | Germany | Black pepper |
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