2021 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens, California

Six people were infected with what was suspected to be Clostridium perfringens after eating at a restaurant in California. No one was hospitalized and no one died. The outbreak occurred in August 2021.

The vehicle of transmission was not identified.

Overview

Outbreak began:Not reported
Affected country:US
States/territories:CA
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):Unknown
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:6

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