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Botulism
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by Clostridium botulinum bacteria. The bacteria may enter the body through wounds, or they may live in... Read more »
Infant botulism
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Infant botulism is a potentially life-threatening disease in which the bacteria Clostridium botulinum grows within the baby's gastrointestinal... Read more »
Food poisoning prevention
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
ReferencesPigott DC. Foodborne Illness. Emerg Med Clin North Am. May 2008;26(2).Sodha SV, Griffin PM, Hughes JM. Foodborne disease. In: Mandell GL,... Read more »
Food: hygiene and sanitation
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Food safety refers to the conditions and practices that preserve the quality of food to prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses. ... Read more »
Listeriosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Prevention Pregnant women should avoid contact with wild and domestic animals. Listeria is well controlled in American food products, but... Read more »
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