2017 Oubreak of Suspected Clostridium Perfringens at a Private Event, Colorado

Thirty six people became ill with symptoms consistent with Clostridium perfringens following a meal hosted on May 20, 2017 at a private residence. Food at the event was purchased from a local carniceria. All cases with symptoms reported eating the same food item. An environmental health inspection conducted at the carniceria found critical food safety violations. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:May 2017
Affected country:US
States/territories:CO
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Private residence
Molecular test results:no

Health impact

Total ill:36

Sources & documents

Outbreak documents