2021 Outbreak of Vibrio parahaemolyticus Infections Associated with Raw Oysters, Michigan
In August 2021, Michigan public health officials investigated an outbreak suspected to be caused by Vibrio parahaemolyticus associated with eating raw oysters at a restaurant. Two people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
Tags:
vibriosis, raw oysters, shellfish, seafoodOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MI |
| Pathogen: | Vibrio parahaemolyticus |
| Vehicle(s): | Oysters |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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