2008 Outbreak of Botulsim Linked to Home Canned Green Beans, Ohio
A grandfather and his three grandchildren developed botulism after eating home canned green beans.
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c.+botulinum, home canned, green beansOverview
| Outbreak began: | September 2008 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | OH |
| Pathogen: | Botulism |
| Vehicle(s): | Green beans |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 4 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 4 |
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