The Escherichia Coli bacterium was discovered in 1885 by bacteriologist Theodor Escherich. He found the bacteria in the human colon and showed that some strains of Escherichia Coli were responsible for infant diarrhea and gastroenteritis. The Escherichia Coli was originally named Bacterium Coli. The name was changed to honor Theodor Escherich. E coli are normally harmless and are part of the normal flora found in the lower intestines of humans and healthy cattle. Some E. coli serotypes are known
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10 Types of Food That Can Make You Sick The riskiest foods Food poisoning is a horrible‚ even potentially life-threatening experience. But it’s hard to determine if food is safe to eat‚ partly because problems are relatively rare. But knowing which foods are potentially risky can help. The Center for Science in the Public Interest has issued a list of the top 10 FDA-regulated foods linked to outbreaks since 1990. (That includes produce‚ seafood‚ egg‚ and dairy products‚ but not meat). Be
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severe cramps‚ vision problems and possibly even death in severe cases. Symptoms vary depending on the person and the type of foodborne illness. Types of foodborne illnesses include salmonella‚ clostridium perfringens‚ clostridium botulism and E. coli. Information Eating foods that have been contaminated by certain germs or "pathogens" can make a person ill. This is called food poisoning or foodborne illness. Often‚ when people have a stomach ache or feel as though they have the "flu" they may
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UNIT 4222-264 THE PRINCIPLES OF INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL (ICO1/201) Outcome 1 understand roles and responsibilities in the prevention and control of infections 1.1 Explain employees’ roles and responsibilities in relation to the prevention and control of infection * To ensure that their own health and hygiene does not pose a risk to service users and colleagues. * To ensure effective hand washing is carried out when working with service users‚ giving personal
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Escherichia coli also known as E. Coli‚ is a type of bacteria which thrives in polluted water. Many people will come in contact with this type of bacteria in their lifetime. In fact‚ E. coli is normally found in the intestine of humans and animal where it plays a significant role in the digestive system. The bacteria can also be found in raw meat and uncooked vegetables as well as polluted water. Most of the strain of E. coli are harmless therefore they will not cause illness if consumed. “One of
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How do your hands feel today? Outcome Statement: To inform my audience on the importance of how to properly wash your hands. Thesis Statement: The spread of many germs and viruses can be reduced by hand washing with soap and water. Hand washing is important because it can help protect from many diseases‚ if you properly wash your hands this will cut down on the spreading of germs and viruses and in turn make the world a healthier place. Introduction I. Attention Getter: Germ-X kills 99
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"A Survey on the Application of Learning in Food Sanitation Education of San Sebastian College – Recoletos‚ Manila 2nd Year BSHRM Students" _______________________ A Thesis Proposal Presented to The College of International Hospitality Management San Sebastian College – Recoletos Manila ____________________________ Prepared by: Castulo‚ Stephanie S. Sava‚ Russel Nicole C. Barcellano‚ Maydo C. February 2012 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Food sanitation is
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The majority of food poisoning outbreaks are caused as a result of human error. Discuss this statement with reference to the following issues: the principle of basic food hygiene. (12 marks) Food handlers must receive appropriate supervision and be trained in food hygiene to enable them to handle food safely. The supervisors also must receive adequate training‚ based on the HACCP principles. Human error could consist of‚ personal hygiene‚ with not washing hands regularly or properly after touching
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Food Safety Bulletin No Name March 12‚ 2012 University of Phoenix Food Safety Bulletin According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention‚ 1 in 6 Americans become sick or hospitalized. About 3‚000 Americans die yearly of foodborne diseases. Our country governs agencies and is notorious for slapping on strict guidelines for the food industry. Factories go through vigorous inspections and tests periodically to ensure that they operate a safe environment. Even with these strict guidelines
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The Importance of Hand Washing Ashley Hudson Fortis College Did you know that regular hand washing is the most essential factor for maintaining good health? Every human being comes in contact with germs and bacteria in their daily life. These harmful microorganisms are present all around us like on the door knobs‚ faucets‚ light switches‚ stair railings‚ etc. People touch these things while doing their routine work‚ without thinking much about it and with the same hands touch their face‚ eyes
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