Foodborne Diseases
2008

Foodborne Diseases

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Author Information

Author(s): Ynes R. Ortega

Primary Institution: University of Georgia

Conclusion

The book provides a good overview of foodborne diseases but lacks thorough discussion of some important pathogens.

Supporting Evidence

  • Several relevant topics on foodborne diseases are sufficiently described in this book.
  • The book covers various bacterial, viral, and parasitic pathogens.
  • Important pathogens like Salmonella and Campylobacter are not discussed in detail.

Takeaway

This book talks about germs that can make you sick from food, but it doesn't cover all the bad germs that can cause problems.

Limitations

The book does not thoroughly discuss several important foodborne pathogens.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3201/eid1407.080346

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