2010 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens Linked to Turkey, Canada

A holiday turkey that was served during a Christmas meal on December 14, in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, was the cause of an outbreak of Clostridium perfringens. The meal was held at the Slovak Legion.

Overview

Outbreak began:December 2010
Affected country:Canada
States/territories:NA
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):Turkey
Location(s):Private Facility
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:34

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