2009 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens Infectionis Linked to Catered Food, Maryland
A confirmed outbreak of Clostridium perfringens was associated with eating stew or chili prepared by a caterer in Maryland. The ingredients of the stew or chili were not described.
Tags:
c.+perfringens, catered foodOverview
| Outbreak began: | September 2009 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MD |
| Pathogen: | Clostridium perfringens |
| Vehicle(s): | stew |
| Location(s): | Caterer |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 54 |
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