2008 Outbreak of Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning Linked to Mussels, Maine
Three people developed paralytic shellfish poisoning after eating steamed mussels in Maine. The exposure location was not described.
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saxitoxin, paralytic+shellfish+poison, poisoning, seafood, shellfishOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | ME |
| Pathogen: | Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning |
| Vehicle(s): | Mussels |
| Location(s): | Unknown |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 3 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 3 |
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