Economic burden from health losses due to foodborne illness in the United States.

Author(s) : SCHARFF R. L.

Type of article: Article

Summary

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have published new data on foodborne illnesses in the USA. 48 million Americans contract domestically acquired foodborne illness due to 31 identified pathogens for unspecified agents. The estimated cost of such illnesses is lower than in the past.

Details

  • Original title: Economic burden from health losses due to foodborne illness in the United States.
  • Record ID : 30004583
  • Languages: English
  • Subject: Figures, economy
  • Source: Journal of Food Protection - vol. 75 - n. 1
  • Publication date: 2012/01
  • DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.4315/0362-028X.JFP-11-058

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