Food Contamination

• Introduction
• Action to be Taken

The contamination of food, and upon consumption, may cause consumers to experience signs and symptoms of the following as a result of food poisoning.

• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• fever
• dehydration

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Action to be Taken

Victims need to call the hospital if they have any of the following symptoms, with or without gastrointestinal symptoms:

• Chest pain
• Signs of shock
• weak or rapid pulse
• shallow breathing
• cold, clammy, pale skin
• shaking or chills
• Signs of severe dehydration
• dry mouth
• sticky saliva
• decreased urine output
• dizziness
• fatigue
• sunken eyes
• low blood pressure
• increased heart rate and breathing
• Confusion or difficulty reasoning

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