2021 Outbreak of Ciguatoxin at a Private Home, Florida
In August 2021, public health officials in Florida investigated an outbreak of ciguatoxin associated with barracuda served at a private home. Four people were sickened. No one was hospitalized and no one died.
Tags:
seafood, finfish, barracudaOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | FL |
| Pathogen: | Ciguatoxin |
| Vehicle(s): | fish |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 4 |
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