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Clostridium botulinum

Botulismo

  • Causa de la enfermedad: Toxina producida por Clostridium botulinum

  • Período de incubación: Entre 12 y 36 horas

  • Síntomas: Náuseas, vómitos, diarrea, fatiga, dolor de cabeza, sequedad en la boca, visión doble, parálisis muscular, insuficiencia respiratoria

  • Posibles contaminantes: Alimentos enlatados bajos en ácidos, carnes, salchichas, pescado

  • Pasos para la prevención: Enlatar los alimentos correctamente siguiendo los procesos recomendados; cocinar los alimentos completamente

  • Article History
    • Revision Date: 10/18/2004

Food Safety Tip of the Day

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Use a plate, pan or even a plastic bag defrosting raw meats, poultry, or seafood in a refrigerator. Containing the juices that form during the defrosting process helps to prevent potential cross contamination of other items in the refrigerator. These juices may contain illness-causing bacteria that may contaminate ready-to-eat foods unless otherwise contained.

Source: Partnership for Food Safety Education

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