Enforcement of science—using a<i>Clostridium perfringens</i>outbreak investigation to take legal action

Acheson, Peter; Bell, V.; Gibson, Janet; Gorton, Russell; Inns, Thomas

doi:10.1093/pubmed/fdv060

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“…perfringens occurred in a care home and fifteen residents reported illness. The likely cause was consumption of mince and vegetable pie and/or gravy [38]. There were a number of issues with food served, in particular the mince products had been cooked, cooled, reheated and served again over a period of several days; fecal sampling revealed the presence of Cl.…”

Section: Foodborne Bacteriamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…There were a number of issues with food served, in particular the mince products had been cooked, cooled, reheated and served again over a period of several days; fecal sampling revealed the presence of Cl. perfringens enterotoxin gene and four samples were indistinguishable by fluorescent amplified fragment length polymorphism, indicating a likely common source [38]. The operator of the home was charged with three offences under the General Food Regulations 2004 and the Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2006 and was convicted on all counts [38].…”

Section: Foodborne Bacteriamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…perfringens enterotoxin gene and four samples were indistinguishable by fluorescent amplified fragment length polymorphism, indicating a likely common source [38]. The operator of the home was charged with three offences under the General Food Regulations 2004 and the Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2006 and was convicted on all counts [38]. Epidemiological evidence can be used to help prosecute businesses with food safety offences in such circumstances [38].…”

Section: Foodborne Bacteriamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The operator of the home was charged with three offences under the General Food Regulations 2004 and the Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2006 and was convicted on all counts [38]. Epidemiological evidence can be used to help prosecute businesses with food safety offences in such circumstances [38].…”

Section: Foodborne Bacteriamentioning

confidence: 99%

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Foodborne pathogens

Bintsis¹

2017

AIMS Microbiology

541

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Foodborne pathogens are causing a great number of diseases with significant effects on human health and economy. The characteristics of the most common pathogenic bacteria ( Bacillus cereus , Campylobacter jejuni , Clostridium botulinum , Clostridium perfringens , Cronobacter sakazakii , Esherichia coli , Listeria monocytogenes , Salmonella spp., Shigella spp., Staphylococccus aureus , Vibrio spp. and Yersinia enterocolitica ), viruses (Hepatitis A and Noroviruses) and parasites ( Cyclospora cayetanensis , Toxoplasma gondii and Trichinella spiralis ), together with some important outbreaks, are reviewed. Food safety management systems based on to classical hazard-based approach has been proved to be inefficient, and risk-based food safety approach is now suggested from leading researchers and organizations. In this context, a food safety management system should be designed in a way to estimate the risks to human health from food consumption and to identify, select and implement mitigation strategies in order to control and reduce these risks. In addition, the application of suitable food safety education programs for all involved people in the production and consumption of foods is suggested.

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Section: Foodborne Bacteriamentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Foodborne Bacteriamentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Foodborne Bacteriamentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Foodborne Bacteriamentioning

confidence: 99%

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Foodborne pathogens

Bintsis¹

2017

AIMS Microbiology

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“…Even though the investigation of outbreaks caused by toxins has not been a priority in the past, data show that the overall burden of foodborne diseases due to toxins in the community is high, and proper investigation and implementation of public health measures should not be neglected [14,15,16].…”

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Clostridium perfringens Foodborne Outbreak during an Athletic Event in Northern Greece, June 2019

Mellou

Kyritsi

Chrysostomou

et al. 2019

IJERPH

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Background: Food safety is a major public health consideration during athletic events. On 27 June 2019, the Hellenic National Public Health Organization was notified of a cluster of gastroenteritis cases among athletes of four of the 47 teams participating at the Panhellenic Handball Championship for children. Methods: A retrospective cohort study among the members of the four teams was performed. The local public health authority visited the restaurants where common meals took place, amassed information on the preparation of meals, and collected samples of leftovers. Stool samples were tested for Salmonella spp. and Shigella spp. Results: Consumption of minced beef had a statistically significant association with disease occurrence [RR:8.29 (95%CI 1,31-52,7)]. Samples of meat were found positive for Clostridium perfringens. It was documented that the meat was not stored and re-heated as indicated. Stool samples were negative for Salmonella spp. and Shigella spp. and were not tested for the Clostridium perfringens toxin. Conclusion: Specific standards should be kept to prevent outbreaks during athletic events. This was the first time that a foodborne outbreak due to Clostridium perfringens was investigated in the country. Laboratory investigation for toxins should be enhanced, especially in foodborne outbreaks where clinical manifestations of cases are found to be compatible with infection caused by a toxin.

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The inhibitory effects of spice essential oils and rapidly prediction on the growth of Clostridium perfringens in cooked chicken breast

Zhu

Zhang

et al. 2020

Food Control

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Enforcement of science—using aClostridium perfringensoutbreak investigation to take legal action

Abstract: An outbreak of C.perfringens occurred in a care home. The likely cause was consumption of mince & vegetable pie and/or gravy. Epidemiological evidence can be used to help prosecute businesses with food safety offences in such circumstances.

Cited by 8 publications

References 17 publications

Foodborne pathogens

Foodborne pathogens

Clostridium perfringens Foodborne Outbreak during an Athletic Event in Northern Greece, June 2019

The inhibitory effects of spice essential oils and rapidly prediction on the growth of Clostridium perfringens in cooked chicken breast

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