ShareFoodborne illness in the elderly.
Author(s) : SMITH J. L.
Type of article: Article
Summary
The elderly (over 65 years of age) are more susceptible to morbidity and mortality from foodborne-induced gastroenteritis than younger individuals. Several factors contribute to this increased susceptibility. These include an age-associated decrease in humoral and cellular immunity, age-related changes, lack of exercise, entry into nursing homes, and excessive use of antibiotics. Data from foodborne outbreaks associated with nursing homes indicate that the elderly are more likely to die from foodborne Campylobacter, Clostridium perfringens, Escherichia coli O157:H7, Salmonella, and Staphylococcus aureus infections than the general population.
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- Original title: Foodborne illness in the elderly.
- Record ID : 1999-2962
- Languages: English
- Source: Journal of Food Protection - vol. 61 - n. 9
- Publication date: 1998/09
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