Foodborne Illnesses and Their Causes

Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea are common symptoms of foodborne illness. These symptoms can be caused by various microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites.

Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria are all types of foodborne illness caused by bacteria. These bacteria can be found in raw or undercooked meat, poultry, eggs, and dairy products.

Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and Rotavirus are all types of foodborne illness caused by viruses. These viruses can be found in contaminated food or water.

Giardia, Cryptosporidium, and Toxoplasma gondii are all types of foodborne illness caused by parasites. These parasites can be found in contaminated food or water.

Raw or undercooked poultry, eggs, and unpasteurized milk are all common sources of Salmonella contamination.

Raw or undercooked ground beef, unpasteurized milk, and contaminated water are all common sources of E. coli contamination.

Raw or undercooked meat, unpasteurized milk, and soft cheeses are all common sources of Listeria contamination.

Contaminated food, water, and person-to-person contact are all common sources of Norovirus contamination.

Contaminated food, water, and person-to-person contact are all common sources of Hepatitis A contamination.

Contaminated food, water, and person-to-person contact are all common sources of Rotavirus contamination.

Contaminated food, water, and person-to-person contact are all common sources of Giardia contamination.

Contaminated food, water, and person-to-person contact are all common sources of Cryptosporidium contamination.

Raw or undercooked meat, unpasteurized milk, and contaminated soil are all common sources of Toxoplasma gondii contamination.

Washing your hands thoroughly before handling food, cooking food to the proper temperature, and storing food properly are all important ways to prevent foodborne illness.

If you think you have foodborne illness, you should see a doctor immediately, drink plenty of fluids, and rest.