2021 Outbreak of Bacillus cereus Infections Associated with Rice, Georgia
In November 2021, Georgia public health officials investigated an outbreak of Bacillus cereus infections associated with consuming rice at a restaurant. Fifteen people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | November 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | GA |
| Pathogen: | Bacillus cereus |
| Vehicle(s): | Rice |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 15 |
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