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 |
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| 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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