2007 Outbreak of Ciguatera Poisoning Linked to Grouper, Louisiana
A confirmed outbreak of Ciguatera poisoning occurred at a restaurant in Louisiana. Grouper was named as the vehicle of infection.
Tags:
ciguatoxin, seafood, toxin, histamine, finfish, grouperOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | LA |
| Pathogen: | Ciguatoxin |
| Vehicle(s): | fish |
| Location(s): | Restaurant |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 8 |
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Sources & documents
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