Clostridium perfringens is a spore-forming bacteria that can function without oxygen (anaerobic bacteria). These gram-positive bacteria are typically found in human and animal intestines.

Clostridium perfringens, a lesser-known pathogen that ... cleaning cutting boards and plates that have held raw meat, wearing gloves when preparing meat and washing hands often.

In the 17th Century, spoons and knives become mainstream. However, most utensils were common among the wealthy. Lower class ...

The engine behind this fermentation method is Clostridium perfringens, a close relative of bacteria that cause botulism, tetanus, and food poisoning. It can eat flesh. It gives gas gangrene its ...

Experts have met to discuss the risks and knowledge gaps around Clostridium botulinum and Clostridium perfringens. At a Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) meeting in Rome in February, experts ...

Dr. Louise McNitt, deputy health officer with Contra Costa County Health Services, said the deaths and illnesses were caused by bacteria named Clostridium perfringens. “Clostridium is one of the ...