Epidemiology
A predominantly foodborne pathogen which originates in the bowels of many animals.
The bacterium forms toxin-producing spores which, when ingested in large quantities,
can induce illness. Meat, meat products and gravies that have been incorrectly cooled
or reheated are often associated with illness.
Main clinical features
Watery diarrhoea and colicky abdominal pain, lasting 3 to 5 days.
Incubation period
Usually between 18 - 36 hours.
Surveillance
Voluntary laboratory reports and surveillance of general outbreaks of infectious
intestinal disease.
Annual Surveillance Tables
Last reviewed: 04 June 2009
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