2006 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens at a Banquet Facility, New York
A confirmed outbreak of Clostridium perfringens occurred among people who had eaten at a banquet facility. The vehicles of infection were described as cheese tortellini, a seafood dish (not described), or fried shrimp.
Tags:
c.+perfringens, cheese tortellini, fried shrimpOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2006 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | NY |
| Pathogen: | Clostridium perfringens |
| Vehicle(s): | Pasta, Seafood |
| Location(s): | Banquet Facility |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 55 |
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