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Foodborne Parasites: A Review of the Scientific Literature Print

Author: M. Ellin Doyle, Ph.D

Source: Food Research Institute

Summary: Parasites do not cause as many outbreaks of foodborne disease in the U.S. as viruses and bacteria. However, even though they are less common, some parasites can cause severe illness in elderly or immunocompromised individuals and others can have serious effects even in the immunocompetent. Basic food safety practices are included in recommendations.

Academic Affiliation: University of Wisconsin – Madison

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