2007 Outbreak of Bacillus cereus and Clostridium perfringens at a Church Event, South Carolina
A confirmed, dual outbreak of Bacillus cereus and Clostridium perfringens occurred among people who ate steak or gravy during a meal served at a South Carolina church.
Tags:
b.+cereus, c.+perfringens, bacillus+cereus, Steak, gravyOverview
| Outbreak began: | October 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | SC |
| Pathogen: | Clostridium perfringens, Bacillus cereus |
| Vehicle(s): | Beef, Gravy |
| Location(s): | Church event |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 30 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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