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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Julia Musto

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: How food poisoning can trigger autoimmune diseases | History Defined

Foodborne illness can lead to deadly consequences and devastating conditions - that can last much longer than the initial queasiness.

Also known as food poisoning, it is often caused by eating or drinking substances that are contaminated with chemicals or germs. Each year 48 million — or one in six — Americans are sickened by a foodborne illness, and 3,000 people die.

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