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Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
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Contact Info

Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
651-201-5414
IDEPC Comment Form

C. difficile (Clostridioides difficile, Clostridium difficile)

Clostridioides difficile (Clostridium difficile), also known as C. difficile or C. diff, is a bacterium that can cause diarrhea and more serious intestinal conditions such as colitis.

  • About C. difficile
    Information for patients, families, and schools/childcare providers. C. diff facts, including how the disease is spread, common symptoms, and treatment.

  • Preventing C. difficile
    Learn how to minimize your risk of C. diff.

  • C. difficile Statistics
    Statistics for C. diff in Minnesota.

  • C. difficile Information for Health Professionals
    Required reporting information, clinical features, infection control, and other clinical information for hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other health care facilities.

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Last Updated: 10/05/2022

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