foodborne
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E. coli and salmonella are both well known causes of foodborne illness.
From Science Daily • Mar. 13, 2026
“Whether it’s the next pandemic or foodborne illness outbreak, the cost of inaction is just too high,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025
The announcement identifies Listeria monocytogenes — commonly referred to as listeria — as the potential foodborne illness.
From Salon • Aug. 6, 2025
This is what’s known as a “protective culture”: we collaborate with good microbes in order to keep bad microbes—and foodborne illness—away.
From Slate • Feb. 22, 2025
If you get sick and you suspect the cause is a foodborne illness, experts say you should first consult your healthcare provider and then report it.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2024
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