2007 Clostridium perfringens at a Prison Linked to Beef Stew, Georgia

A confirmed outbreak of Clostridium perfringens was linked to eating beef stew at a prison in the state of Georgia.

Overview

Outbreak began:November 2007
Affected country:US
States/territories:GA
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):Beef
Location(s):Prison
Molecular test results:no

Health impact

Total ill:74

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