2021 Outbreak of Botulism Associated with Whale Meat, Alaska
In June 2021, Alaska public health officials investigated an outbreak of infection with Clostridium botulinum associated with whale meat. The outbreak occurred at a private home. Two people were ill and both were hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | June 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | AK |
| Pathogen: | Botulism |
| Vehicle(s): | whale |
| 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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