2023 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens and Bacillus cereus Associated with Prime Rib, Michigan

In December 2023, public health officials in Michigan investigated an outbreak of Clostridium perfringens and Bacillus cereus associated with roasted prime rib provided by a caterer. Sixteen people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:December 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:MI
Pathogen:Bacillus cereus, Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):Beef
Location(s):Caterer
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:16

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