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http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/category/3629.html
AMA: Diagnosis and Management of Foodborne Illnesses Open in a new browser window
   Publication for health care professionals on the causes and treatments of foodborne illness.
   http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/category/3629.html
http://www.noah-health.org/en/stomach/food/index.html
Ask NOAH About: Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Directory of annotated links.
   http://www.noah-health.org/en/stomach/food/index.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/features/food_poisoning.shtml
BBC Health - Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Short discussion of the causes, prevention, and treatments.
   http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/features/food_poisoning.shtml
http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/bacteria/index.htm
Bacteria and Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Discusses the causes, risk factors, and complications associated with foodborne illness. Reviews treatment options and prevention strategies.
   http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/bacteria/index.htm
http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/extension/poison.html
Bacterial Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Discusses the common bacterial agents and the symptoms and foods associated with each agent.
   http://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/extension/poison.html
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/foodborne/index.htm
CDC - Foodborne and Diarrheal Diseases Branch Open in a new browser window
   Focuses on the control and prevention of bacterial foodborne and diarrheal diseases. Features news, programs, alerts, and information about individual diseases.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/foodborne/index.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/health/foodill.htm
CDC Health Topic: Foodborne Illnesses Open in a new browser window
   Causes, symptoms, treatments, and prevention of foodborne illnesses.
   http://www.cdc.gov/health/foodill.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/travel/food-drink-risks.htm
CDC Travelers' Health - Risks from Food and Drink Open in a new browser window
   Factsheet covering prevention of foodborne and waterborne illness.
   http://www.cdc.gov/travel/food-drink-risks.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dpd/parasites/cysticercosis/default.htm
CDC: Division of Parasitic Diseases - Cysticercosis Open in a new browser window
   Fact sheets and articles on this disease caused by tapeworms.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dpd/parasites/cysticercosis/default.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/healthyswimming/
CDC: Healthy Swimming Open in a new browser window
   Recommendations for healthy swimming behaviors needed to protect people from recreational water illnesses (RWIs) and will help stop germs from getting in the pool in the first place.
   http://www.cdc.gov/healthyswimming/
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/gastro/rotavirus.htm
CDC: Rotavirus Open in a new browser window
   Features organism information, concern about the vaccine, treatment, and prevention.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/gastro/rotavirus.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/gastro/faq.htm
CDC: Viral Gastroenteritis Open in a new browser window
   Discusses viruses that can cause gastroenteritis, including rotaviruses, adenoviruses, caliciviruses, astroviruses, Norwalk virus, and a group of Noroviruses.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/gastro/faq.htm
http://www.childrenswaterfund.org/
Children's Water Fund Open in a new browser window
   Providing clean, disease-free water systems to families otherwise forced to drink disease-invested water in Africa.
   http://www.childrenswaterfund.org/
http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC3720.htm
Clemson Extension: Foodborne Illnesses: Viruses Open in a new browser window
   Factsheet showing causes, symptoms and treatment of viral infections.
   http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC3720.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/brainerddiarrhea_g.htm
DBMD - Brainerd Diarrhea Open in a new browser window
   No cause for this illness has been found yet. Includes source of infection, symptoms, prevention, and outbreaks.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/brainerddiarrhea_g.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/foodborneinfections_g.htm
DBMD - Foodborne Infections Open in a new browser window
   FAQ discussing the causes and preventions of foodborne diseases.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/foodborneinfections_g.htm
http://www.epa.gov/safewater/
EPA Ground Water and Drinking Water Open in a new browser window
   Information from the Environmental Protection Agency on maintaining a safe water supply.
   http://www.epa.gov/safewater/
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~mow/foodborn.html
FDA/CFSAN - Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Directory of sites with information on various foodborne illnesses.
   http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~mow/foodborn.html
http://www.fightbac.org/foodborne.cfm?section=4
Fight Bac! Open in a new browser window
   Information about cross-contamination and how bacteria spreads.
   http://www.fightbac.org/foodborne.cfm?section=4
http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/D005517.html
Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Several articles on various causes of foodborne illness.
   http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/D005517.html
http://www.ccc.govt.nz/Health/foods3.asp
Food Poisoning Micro-Organisms Open in a new browser window
   Food safety for food workers information source discussing the causes and prevention of foodborne illness.
   http://www.ccc.govt.nz/Health/foods3.asp
http://www.science.ntu.ac.uk/external/Food%20poisoning%20microorganisms.html
Food Poisoning Microorganisms Open in a new browser window
   Food microbiology online course complimenting 'The Microbiology of Safe Food' book. Resource portal for undergraduates and professionals.
   http://www.science.ntu.ac.uk/external/Food%20poisoning%20microorganisms.html
http://www.foodpres.com/safety.htm
Food Safety Open in a new browser window
   Includes information on the prevention of foodborne illness such as proper cooking temperatures and handling of foods.
   http://www.foodpres.com/safety.htm
http://www.nal.usda.gov/fsrio/bydiscip.htm
Food Safety Research Information Office Open in a new browser window
   Directory of resources covering several diseases and toxins that can cause foodborn illness.
   http://www.nal.usda.gov/fsrio/bydiscip.htm
http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs237/en/
Food Safety and Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Factsheet from the World Health Organization.
   http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs237/en/
http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/foodsafety/poisoning.html
Food Safety: Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Discusses signs, symptoms and prevention of viral, bacterial, and fungal food poisoning. From the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
   http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/foodsafety/poisoning.html
http://www.foodstandards.gov.uk/healthiereating/asktheexpert/foodpoisoning/
Food Standards Agency - Avoiding Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   FAQ on several causes of food poisoning.
   http://www.foodstandards.gov.uk/healthiereating/asktheexpert/foodpoisoning/
http://www.ag.uiuc.edu/~vista/abstracts/aFOODSTOR.html
Food Storage, Food Spoilage, and Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Publication looks at the causes of foodborne illness, such as salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium botulinum, and trichinosis, and ways to avoid problems.
   http://www.ag.uiuc.edu/~vista/abstracts/aFOODSTOR.html
http://www.cdc.gov/foodnet/
FoodNet Open in a new browser window
   Project consists of active surveillance for foodborne diseases and related epidemiologic studies designed to help public health officials better understand the epidemiology of foodborne diseases in the United States.
   http://www.cdc.gov/foodnet/
http://www.foodsafety.gov/~fsg/fsgpath.html
FoodSafety.gov - Foodborne Pathogens Open in a new browser window
   Directory of links dealing with foodborne illness.
   http://www.foodsafety.gov/~fsg/fsgpath.html
http://www.niaid.nih.gov/factsheets/foodbornedis.htm
Foodborne Diseases Open in a new browser window
   Factsheets from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
   http://www.niaid.nih.gov/factsheets/foodbornedis.htm
http://www.eatwelleatsafe.ca/illness/fdborne.htm
Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   General food safety information plus a factsheet Hepatitis A and one on Norwalk Virus.
   http://www.eatwelleatsafe.ca/illness/fdborne.htm
http://www.nal.usda.gov/foodborne/
Foodborne Illness Education Information Center Open in a new browser window
   Information and discussion of the issues, training materials, discussion groups, and links.
   http://www.nal.usda.gov/foodborne/
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/oa/pubs/fact_fbi.htm
Foodborne Illness--What Consumers Need to Know Open in a new browser window
   Factsheet from the USDA.
   http://www.fsis.usda.gov/oa/pubs/fact_fbi.htm
http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC3620.htm
Foodborne Illness: Prevention Strategies Open in a new browser window
   Factsheet from Clemson University describes types, symptoms and preventing food borne illnesses.
   http://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheets/HGIC3620.htm
http://www.fightbac.org/10least.cfm
Foodborne Illness: Ten Least Wanted Foodborne Pathogens Open in a new browser window
   Discusses common causes and symptoms.
   http://www.fightbac.org/10least.cfm
http://www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsafety/pathogens/index.cfm?parent=37
Foodborne Pathogens: Iowa State University Extension Open in a new browser window
   Includes causes of illness, incubation period, symptoms, possible contaminants, and steps for prevention.
   http://www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsafety/pathogens/index.cfm?parent=37
http://www.foodlink.org.uk/factfile.asp?file=1
Foodlink: Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Provides information on the causes of food poisoning.
   http://www.foodlink.org.uk/factfile.asp?file=1
http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/food/foodborn/foodborn.htm
How to Help Avoid Foodborne Illness in the Home Open in a new browser window
   Features prevention strategies and causes.
   http://www.pueblo.gsa.gov/cic_text/food/foodborn/foodborn.htm
http://www.foodborneillness.com/
Marler Clark Open in a new browser window
   Law firm site with news and information about foodborne illnesses.
   http://www.foodborneillness.com/
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/drinkingwater.html
MedlinePlus: Drinking Water Open in a new browser window
   Factsheets and news releases about harmful substances and organisms in water.
   http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/drinkingwater.html
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001652.htm
Medlineplus Medical Encyclopedia: Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Includes symptoms, causes, prevention, complications, tests, and treatment.
   http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001652.htm
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/foodcontaminationandpoisoning.html
Medlineplus: Food Contamination And Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Features news and factsheets.
   http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/foodcontaminationandpoisoning.html
http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/dtopics/foodborne/
Minnesota Department of Health: Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Includes surveillance statistics, outbreaks in the state, symptoms, causes, and prevention.
   http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/idepc/dtopics/foodborne/
http://www.restaurant.org/foodsafety/pathogens.cfm
National Restaurant Association : Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   A list of some of the most common foodborne illnesses and their symptoms and causes.
   http://www.restaurant.org/foodsafety/pathogens.cfm
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/OA/pubs/parasite.htm
Parasites and Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Publication of the US Food Safety and Inspection Service that discusses several foodborne parasites.
   http://www.fsis.usda.gov/OA/pubs/parasite.htm
http://www.ces.uga.edu/pubcd/b901-w.html
Preventing Food Poisoning and Food Infection Open in a new browser window
   Factsheet from the University of Georgia.
   http://www.ces.uga.edu/pubcd/b901-w.html
http://www.rusick2.msu.edu/
RUSick2 Food Poisoning Forum - Michigan State University Open in a new browser window
   Compare notes about what you ate before becoming sick.
   http://www.rusick2.msu.edu/
http://ohioline.osu.edu/ss-fact/0124.html
Reducing the Risk of Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Factsheet from Ohio State University.
   http://ohioline.osu.edu/ss-fact/0124.html
http://www.safetables.org/
Safe Tables Our Priority (STOP) Open in a new browser window
   Organization which works to promote food safety and prevent food borne illness. Supports foodborne illness victims, educates consumers about unsafe food conditions, and works with government on food safety issues.
   http://www.safetables.org/
http://www.safefood.net.au/content.cfm?sid=426
Safefood Bug Bible Open in a new browser window
   Series of factsheets covering the common causes of food poisoning.
   http://www.safefood.net.au/content.cfm?sid=426
http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~mow/sea-ill.html
Seafood-Related Illnesses Open in a new browser window
   Collection of factsheets on various causes of seafood borne illnesses.
   http://vm.cfsan.fda.gov/~mow/sea-ill.html
http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/ideas/foodborne_illness/
Texas Department of Health: Foodborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Fact sheets on several waterborne and foodborne illnesses.
   http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/ideas/foodborne_illness/
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~mow/intro.html
The Bad Bug Book Open in a new browser window
   This handbook provides basic facts regarding foodborne pathogenic microorganisms and natural toxins. Each chapter focuses on either one bacteria, virus, parasite, or natural toxin, providing basic facts.
   http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~mow/intro.html
http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/fdunwelc.html
The Unwelcome Dinner Guest: Preventing Food-Borne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Factsheet on prevention from the FDA.
   http://www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/fdunwelc.html
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/vibrioparahaemolyticus_g.htm
Vibrio parahaemolyticus Open in a new browser window
   Includes cause, associated foods, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of this illness associated with contaminated seafood.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/vibrioparahaemolyticus_g.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/vibriovulnificus_g.htm
Vibrio vulnificus Open in a new browser window
   Can cause disease in those who eat contaminated seafood or have an open wound that is exposed to seawater. Features symptoms, diagnosis, prognosis, prevention, and treatment.
   http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/vibriovulnificus_g.htm
http://www.who.int/foodsafety/foodborne_disease/en/
WHO: Foodborne Disease Open in a new browser window
   Includes disease surveillance, publications, and links.
   http://www.who.int/foodsafety/foodborne_disease/en/
http://www.who.int/health_topics/foodborne_diseases/en/
WHO: Foodborne Diseases Open in a new browser window
   Directory of links and news.
   http://www.who.int/health_topics/foodborne_diseases/en/
http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/diseases/en/
WHO: Water-related Disease Open in a new browser window
   Includes factsheets and issues.
   http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/diseases/en/
http://www.fpnotebook.com/GI24.htm
Waterborne Illness Open in a new browser window
   Factsheets on causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
   http://www.fpnotebook.com/GI24.htm
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic807.htm
eMedicine - Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Article by Senthil Nachimuthu, MD.
   http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic807.htm
http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic795.htm
eMedicine - Food Poisoning : Open in a new browser window
   Article by Sunil K Sood, MD.
   http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic795.htm
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic2375.htm
eMedicine - Vibrio Infections Open in a new browser window
   Article by Hoi Ho, MD.
   http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic2375.htm
http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/17289-1.asp
eMedicine Health - Food Poisoning Open in a new browser window
   Articles on the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of several foodborne illneses.
   http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/17289-1.asp

Last Updated: 2005-01-24 03:48:07