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Foodborne illness is commonly known as food poisoning. It occurs when a person ingests food or liquids which contains viruses, bacteria, or parasites. The symptoms are abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and chills.
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∙ 7y ago
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∙ 12y agoIt is often referred to as food poisoning. However, this is technically a subtype of foodborn illness caused by toxins produced by microorganisms or other natural toxins such as poisonous mushrooms.
A foodborn infection is caused by microorganisms establishing a residency within the host. An example would be Salmonella(causing Salmonellosis.)
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∙ 9y agoAnother name for one type of food poisoning is botulism. Botulism is a very serious illness caused by Clostridium botulinum bacteria that can lead to temporary paralysis. This bacteria can result from improperly stored or canned food.
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What is the population of STOP Foodborne Illness?
The population of STOP Foodborne Illness is 5.
What is an example of a disease that is not a type of foodborne disease?
Influenza is not a foodborne illness.
What is food born infection?
foodborne illness
What food groups are major sources of foodborne illness?
Foodborne illness (also foodborne disease and colloquially referred to as food poisoning) is any illness resulting from the consumption of contaminated food. Foodborne illness usually arises from improper handling, preparation, or food storage. Good hygiene practices before, during, and after food preparation can reduce the chances of contracting an illness. There is a general consensus in the public health community that regular hand-washing is one of the most effective defenses against the spread of foodborne illness. The action of monitoring food to ensure that it will not cause foodborne illness is known as food safety. Foodborne disease can also be caused by a large variety of toxins that affect the environment. For foodborne illness caused by chemicals such as pesticides or medicines in food and naturally toxic substances like poisonous mushrooms or reef fish.
What are the symptoms of foodborne illness?
Vomiting, upset stomach.
What are symptoms of foodborne illness?
Vomiting, upset stomach.
Jaundice is a symptom of what foodborne illness?
Hepatitis A
What is foodborne illness is associated with eggs?
salmonella
Is A foodborne illness a disease that is transmitted to people by food?
Yes, a foodborne illness is a disease or illness that is transmitted to people by food that has been contaminated. Food can be contaminated by bacteria, viruses, toxins and parasites.
Which type of hazard is the most common cause of foodborne illness?
Biological hazards cause the most foodborne illnesses.
What Groups that are not especially susceptible to foodborne illness?
the very young
What bacteria can not cause foodborne illness?
It would be easier to list bacteria that are known to cause foodborne illness, since there are many many more that don't. But here are a few:non-pathogenic E. coliAcetobacterLactobacillus
