2021 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens Infections Linked to Beef Steak, Georgia

In May 2021, Georgia public health officials investigated an outbreak of suspected Clostridium perfringens infections associated with consumption of beef steak at a restaurant. Two people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:May 2021
Affected country:US
States/territories:GA
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):Beef
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:2

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