Food Safety: Information on Foodborne Illnesses
RCED-96-96
Published: May 08, 1996. Publicly Released: May 08, 1996.
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GAO reviewed the extent of foodborne illnesses caused by microbal contamination, focusing on: (1) the frequency, health consequences, and economic impacts of these illnesses; and (2) the extent of information available to develop effective control strategies.
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Biomedical researchCampylobacterConsumer protectionContaminated foodsE. coliEpidemicsFood safetyFood industryHealth hazardsInfectious diseasesPublic health researchSafety regulationSafety standards