Prevent Food Poisoning

"Anybody can get food poisoning, but some people are more likely to get seriously ill.

Every year, an estimated 1 in 6 Americans (or 48 million people) get sick, 128,000 are hospitalized, and 3,000 die of foodborne diseases. However, certain groups of people are more likely to get a foodborne illness (also called food poisoning) or get seriously ill. Learn why certain groups have a higher chance for food poisoning and what steps they can take to protect themselves.

People more likely to get a foodborne illness are:

• Children younger than 5 years of age
• Adults aged 65 and older
• People with weakened immune systems from medical conditions or their treatment, such as cancer, HIV/AIDS, or diabetes
• Pregnant women..."
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