2021 Outbreak of Suspected Clostridium perfringens Infections at a Restaurant, Colorado

In March 2021, public health investigators investigated a suspected outbreak of Clostridium perfringens infections. Forty-two people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died. The implicated food items were green chili and refried beans. The setting was reported as a restaurant and a catered event.

Overview

Outbreak began:March 2021
Affected country:US
States/territories:CO
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):green chili, refried beans
Location(s):Restaurant, Catered Event
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:42

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