1996 Outbreak of Cyclosporiasis at a Restaurant, Texas

An outbreak of cyclosporiasis was reported among persons who ate a Texas restaurant on May 22, 1996. A history of eating a dessert was reported by all case-patients and only one of nine controls. The desserts had been garnished with fresh berries. No other food exposures were associated with illness. None of the case-patients reported a history of eating any berries other than strawberries. However, since some of the attendees were also served blackberries and raspberries on the dessert plates, it was possible that some case-patients ate these other berries.

Overview

Outbreak began:May 1996
Affected country:US
States/territories:TX
Pathogen:Cyclospora
Vehicle(s):Berries
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:10

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