2023 Outbreak of Illnesses Associated with Lentil Soup, California

In July 2023, California public health officials investigated an outbreak of illnesses associated with lentil soup served at a restaurant. Two people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

The suspected etiology was chemical contamination or a toxin.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:CA
Pathogen:Chemical, Toxin
Vehicle(s):lentil soup
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:2

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