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 |
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| 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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