Which pathogen has led to the highest percentage of deaths?
Salmonella
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True or False: Foodborne diseases can cause chronic arthritis and kidney failure.
True
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How long does the illness typically last?
4 - 7 days
100
Where does E.coli live?
The digestive tracts of humans and animals.
100
What was accidentally used that caused the 1858 Bradford Sweets Poisoning?
Arsenic
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How many foodborne illnesses have been described?
More than 250 different foodborne diseases have been described.
200
Foodborne illnesses can result in chronic health problems in up to what percentage?
3%
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What are the symptoms of salmonellosis?
Diarrhea, fever, dehydration, and abdominal cramps typically occur, but can progress to Reiter’s syndrome and chronic arthritis.
200
When and where was the largest outbreak of E.coli?
Germany, 2011
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The 1858 Bradford sweets poisoning led to the passage of what act?
The Pharmacy Act of 1868
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What is the percentage of foodborne illnesses due to unspecified agents?
60%
300
What is an incubation period?
The time between exposure to a substance and when symptoms and signs are first shown
300
What is the incubation period for Salmonellosis?
12 - 72 hours
300
How can one be infected by E.coli?
Coming into contact with the feces of infected humans or animals, or products that have made indirect contact with animal by-products.
300
What can we do as consumers to prevent foodborne illnesses?
Consumers can pay close attention to and respect recall announcements.
400
What can cause foodborne infections?
Bacteria, parasites, and viruses can cause foodborne infections.
400
Why are foodborne illnesses under-reported?
They’re typically non-life threatening, and people with strong immune systems can cure the illness without medication.
400
How can food be contaminated with salmonella?
Improper food processing, food handling, from the unwashed hands of an infected food handler, or by contact of pet feces.
400
What is the full name of E. coli?
Escherichia coli
400
Why is the meat packing industry particularly vulnerable for foodborne illnesses?
Animals can be closely kept in feces-ridden conditions, leading to easy spread of disease. The meat products created can also be comprised of meat from hundreds of different cows, leading to a higher risk of contamination.
500
What can be consumed that may result in a foodborne illness? (6)
Contaminated food, pathogenic bacteria, viruses, parasites that contaminate food, or chemical or natural toxins.
500
How many Canadians are affected per year by foodborne illnesses?
Over 4 million
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What is the difference between Salmonellosis and Salmonella?
Salmonellosis is a type of food poisoning which is caused by Salmonella, a form of bacteria.
500
What can E. coli cause?
Depending on the strain of E. coli, it can cause urinary tract infections, loose stool, severe anemia, kidney failure or even death.
500
Why is globalization resulting in the frequency of outbreaks of foodborne illnesses?
By receiving food from other parts of the world, we are susceptible to outbreaks by increasing the risk of the spread of foodborne pathogens due to unregulated and unsafe food practices.