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Food poisoning.(Women's Health Advisor 2006)(Disease/Disorder overview)
- Article from:
- Clinical Reference Systems
- Article date:
- November 1, 2006
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What is food poisoning?
Food poisoning is an illness that you may get after eating food contaminated by some types of bacteria, parasites, and viruses.
How does it occur?
Bacteria:
Bacteria are all around you--on your hands, countertops, floor--everywhere. Eating a few bacteria usually will not hurt you. However, some types of bacteria in contaminated food can make you sick. Examples of bacteria that cause food poisoning are E. coli, Clostridium perfringens, Bacillus cereus, Staphylococcus, and Salmonella.
Many types of bacteria grow best in a warm, moist place. Food can be a great place for bacteria to grow if it is not ...