1999 Outbreak of Cyclosporiasis at a Banquet, Ontario, Canada
A mixed, berry dessert that was served at a banquet was implicated in an outbreak of Cyclosporiasis. The implicated dessert included fresh Guatemalan blackberries, frozen Chilean raspberries, and fresh US strawberries.
Tags:
cyclosporiasis, berries, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, ontarioOverview
| Outbreak began: | 1999 |
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| Affected country: | Canada |
| States/territories: | NA |
| Pathogen: | Cyclospora |
| Vehicle(s): | Berries, Strawberries, Raspberries, Blackberries |
| Location(s): | Banquet |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 104 |
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