2007 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens Infections at a Private Home, Illinois
A confirmed outbreak of Clostridium perfringens occurred among people who ate at a private home in Illinois. The vehicle of infection was named as a stew or chili. The ingredients of the stew or chili were not given.
Tags:
c.+perfringens, stew, chiliOverview
| Outbreak began: | January 2007 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IL |
| Pathogen: | Clostridium perfringens |
| Vehicle(s): | stew |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 23 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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