Outbreaks of foodborne illness
Foodborne pathogens and foodborne illness outbreaks
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Outbreaks of foodborne illness
Foodborne pathogens and foodborne illness outbreaks

Author : Simon GABUT

Publication date: June 10, 2026 | Lire en français

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2. Outbreaks of foodborne illness

2.1 Definition of a foodborne illness outbreak

A foodborne illness outbreak is defined as the occurrence of at least two cases with similar symptoms, the cause of which is attributed to the same food source. In France, foodborne illness outbreaks have been reportable since 1987

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