2021 Outbreak of Suspected Bacillus cereus Infections Associated with Beef, California
In May 2021, public health officials in California investigated an outbreak of suspected Bacillus cereus infections. Six outbreak associated cases were identified. No one was hospitalized and no one died. The outbreak occurred at a restaurant. The suspected contaminated food item was beef.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | May 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | CA |
| Pathogen: | Bacillus cereus |
| Vehicle(s): | Beef |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 6 |
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