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Food-related diseases affect tens of millions of people and kill thousands. Tracking single cases of foodborne illness and investigating outbreaks are critical public health functions in which CDC is deeply involved.
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Infections in Pediatric Postdiarrheal Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
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Special FoodNet Supplement in Clinical Infectious Diseases: FoodNet in 2012 – A Foundation for Food Safety in the United States Learn More
Important Publication: Raw Milk
Nonpasteurized Dairy Products, Disease Outbreaks, and State Laws—United States, 1993–2006 in Emerging Infectious Diseases [PDF - 7 pages]
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Some Foods and Germs
Raw milk, certain cheeses, ice cream, and yogurt) are foods that, when consumed raw, can pose severe health risks. Learn more
Sprouts, like any fresh produce that is consumed raw or lightly cooked, carry a risk of foodborne illness. Learn more
Food Safety: A Winnable Battle
CDC's Winnable Battles are public health priorities that have large-scale impact on health.
Foodborne illness is a major public health problem in the United States.
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