What are Some Notable Foodborne Disease Outbreaks?
Several high-profile foodborne disease outbreaks have underscored the importance of food safety. Examples include:
- 1993 Jack in the Box E. coli Outbreak: Linked to undercooked hamburgers, resulting in hundreds of illnesses and several deaths. - 2008 Salmonella Outbreak: Associated with contaminated peanut butter, causing widespread illnesses across multiple states. - 2011 Listeria Outbreak: Linked to contaminated cantaloupes, resulting in numerous illnesses and fatalities.
These outbreaks highlight the critical need for robust food safety practices and effective public health responses.
