Last year, more than 8,324 people in China suffered from food poisoning and almost 137 of them died because of it, reveals a report.
Fact Sheet on Food Poisoning-Causes-Risk Factors-Types-Symptoms-Prevention
Consuming foods that have been contaminated with pathogens such as E.coli, Salmonella or Campylobacter, can cause food poisoning.
Consuming foods that have been contaminated with pathogens such as E.coli, Salmonella or Campylobacter, can cause food poisoning.
According to the report, a total of 189 food poisoning cases were recorded last year, registering a 14 percent drop from that of 2010.
The report said that the period from July to September (called the Q3 period), when 39 percent of the food poisoning cases and 45 percent of related deaths occurred, was the most dangerous quarter in 2011.
Chinese Cooks Spoil the Broth
Little kindergartners did not know what they were in for, as they tucked into appetizing breakfast on Thursday at a private school.
Little kindergartners did not know what they were in for, as they tucked into appetizing breakfast on Thursday at a private school.
Food Poisoning Risk from Undercooked Chicken
Undercooked chicken or duck liver pate can cause food poisoning, warn health experts.
Undercooked chicken or duck liver pate can cause food poisoning, warn health experts.
Scientists Develop Fast New Test for Terrible Form of Food Poisoning
A fast, reliable new test that could help people avoid a terrible type of food poisoning has been developed by scientists.
A fast, reliable new test that could help people avoid a terrible type of food poisoning has been developed by scientists.
