2023 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens Infections Associated with Chopped Chicken, Florida

In January 2023, public health officials in Florida investigated an outbreak of Clostridium perfringens infections associated with chopped chicken served at a restaurant. Thirty-five people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:January 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:FL
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):chicken
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:35

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