How to prevent food borne illnesses
by Bianca Lara
1. What is a foodborne illness?
1.1. A food borne illness resulting from the food spoilage of contaminated food, pathogenic bacteria, viruses, or parasites that contaminate food.
2. What are common sources of food that cause foodborne illnesses?
2.1. raw chicken, raw cookie dough, spoiled milk, seafood, and hot dogs.
3. What are common symptoms of foodborne illnesses?
3.1. Fever, head aches, and diarrhea
4. What are some helpful tips to prevent foodborne illnesses?
4.1. Cook your meat properly, wash your food after cooking it, and wash your hands with warm water.
5. What are five different types of foddborne illnesses?
5.1. Salmonella Norovirus Campylobacter. E.coli. Listeria.
6. How are foodborne illnesses treated?
6.1. You can take some medication such as pepto bismol, loperamide, kaopectate
7. Are foodborne illnesses contagious?
7.1. Yes, because gastroenteritis are spread through close contact with infected persons.
