2021 Outbreak of Clostridium Infections at a Restaurant
In July 2021, public health officials in Virginia investigated an outbreak of Clostridium infections associated with a restaurant. The implicated vehicles of transmission were reported as "chicken curry, beef curry, nihari, rice, and salad." Twenty-three people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | July 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | VA |
| Pathogen: | Clostridium |
| Vehicle(s): | chicken, Beef, Rice |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 23 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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