2023 Outbreak of Foodborne Illness Associated with Long Grain Rice, Florida

In June 2023, Florida public health officials investigated an outbreak of foodborne illnesses associated with rice served at a restaurant. Eleven people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

The etiology was reported as chemical/toxin.

Overview

Outbreak began:June 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:FL
Pathogen:Chemical, Toxin
Vehicle(s):Rice
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:11

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