New Approaches to Surveillance and Control of Emerging Foodborne Infectious Diseases
1998
New Approaches to Surveillance and Control of Emerging Foodborne Infectious Diseases
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Author Information
Author(s): Robert V. Tauxe
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Conclusion
Improved surveillance and new prevention strategies are essential to control emerging foodborne diseases.
Supporting Evidence
- Foodborne diseases affect millions of people in the U.S. each year.
- New pathogens are emerging due to changes in food production and globalization.
- Improved surveillance has led to the detection of outbreaks that were previously missed.
- New prevention strategies, including vaccines, are being developed to combat foodborne pathogens.
Takeaway
Foodborne diseases are caused by germs in our food, and scientists are finding better ways to keep our food safe and healthy.
Methodology
The study discusses improved surveillance strategies and new prevention methods for foodborne diseases.
Limitations
There are critical gaps in understanding the biology and epidemiology of certain pathogens.
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