2010 Outbreak of Bacillus cereus Infections at a Correctional Facility, Florida
In October 2010 an outbreak of Bacillus cereus infections occurred among inmates at the Okeechobee Correctional Institution in Florida. Inmates from the confinement dorm complained of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and dizziness shortly after consuming a meal on October 7. Food served at the meal included a texturized turkey patty, rice, beans, peas, carrots, bread, margarine, iced cake, and a fortified beverage. One hundred three (103) of the 130 inmates were ill. The Florida Bureau of Laboratories isolated Bacillus cereus in a turkey patty/rice mixture. Although no food safety violations were noted at inspection, investigators suspect the rice was improperly cooled.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | October 2010 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | FL |
| Pathogen: | Bacillus cereus |
| Vehicle(s): | Rice |
| Location(s): | Correctional Facility |
| Brand name(s): | Okeechobee Correctional Institution i |
| Molecular test results: | no |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 103 |
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