Burden of Foodborne Illnesses in the United States
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Knowing the burden of disease – or how many foodborne illnesses occur – provides us with a better understanding of an important public health problem. CDC provides estimates for two major groups of foodborne illnesses, known pathogens and unspecified agents.
- Page last reviewed: July 15, 2016
- Page last updated: July 15, 2016
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