2021 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens Infections Associated with Catered Food, Wisconsin

In June 2021, Wisconsin public health officials investigated an outbreak of Clostridium perfringens infections associated with a catered meal of steak and beef tips. Sixty-one people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:June 2021
Affected country:US
States/territories:WI
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):Beef
Location(s):Catered Event
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:60

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