2006 Outbreak of Botulism Linked to Home Canned Carrots, California
Two people developed botulism after eating home canned carrots in a private home.
Tags:
c.+bot, c.+botulinum, clostridium+botulinum, botulism, vegetableOverview
| Outbreak began: | January 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA |
| Pathogen: | Botulism |
| Vehicle(s): | carrots |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
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