2008 Outbreak of Ciguatera Poisoning at a Picnic, New York
Eight people developed ciguatera poisoning after eating barracuda and amberjack fish at a picnic in New York state.
Tags:
ciguatoxin, ciguatera, seafood, toxin, finfish, amberjack, barracudaOverview
| Outbreak began: | July 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | NY |
| Pathogen: | Ciguatoxin |
| Vehicle(s): | fish |
| Location(s): | Picnic |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 8 |
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