The infographic titled “Foodborne diseases in Europe: What’s really making you sick?” presents key findings from the European Union One Health 2024 Zoonoses Report by ECDC and EFSA. It explains that foodborne diseases occur when harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or fungi enter the food chain through animal products, plants or water, sometimes originating from animals (zoonoses).
The infographic highlights the most reported diseases in Europe in 2024, led by campylobacteriosis, followed by salmonellosis, STEC infections and listeriosis, showing trends compared with 2023. It also identifies the main foods linked to outbreaks, such as mixed or prepared foods, eggs, vegetables, chicken and shellfish. Detailed sections describe how each disease spreads and its health impact, noting that listeriosis, though rare, is particularly severe.
Finally, it provides practical prevention advice, including proper refrigeration, cooking food thoroughly, observing use-by dates, and maintaining good hygiene to reduce the risk of illness.
Source: https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/publications-data/infographic-foodborne-diseases-europe-whats-really-making-you-sick
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