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Food poisoning is an illness caused by ingesting contaminated food or beverages. There are over 250 foodborne diseases.CDC: Foodborne Illness: Frequently Asked Questions
Most food poisoning cases are caused by food contaminated with bacteria, viruses or parasites. However, foods containing harmful chemicals or toxins can also make a person sick.
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Fast Facts
- Most cases stem from bacteria
- Cases: About 76 million annually in U.S.NIDDK: Bacteria and Foodborne Illness
- Deaths: 5,000 per year in U.S.NIDDK: Bacteria and Foodborne Illness
- Occurs more often in summer
- Most cases only last 2-3 days
- Most cases can be prevented
- Over 250 typesCDC: Foodborne Illness: Frequently Asked Questions
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Symptoms
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Dehydration
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is unable to drive due to a bout of food poisoning. I feel imasculated
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Just asked starbucks to toast my chicken wrap. It's not a supported operation. I don't know what to expect. Food poisoning?
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