2007 Outbreak of Clostridium perfringens Infections at a School, Wyoming

A confirmed outbreak of Clostridium perfringens occurred at a school in Wyoming. Beef was named as the vehicle of infection. No further information about the beef was available.

Overview

Outbreak began:February 2007
Affected country:US
States/territories:WY
Pathogen:Clostridium perfringens
Vehicle(s):Beef
Location(s):School
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:26
Number hospitalized:1

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