foodborne pathogen JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ˈfuːdbɔrn ˈpæθədʒən/ · food·borne·path·o·gen
noun
- A microorganism, such as a bacterium, virus, or parasite, that is transmitted through contaminated food and can cause disease in humans. The foodborne pathogen Salmonella was found in the undercooked chicken, leading to a widespread outbreak of food poisoning.
Did you know? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that each year, approximately 1 in 6 Americans gets sick from foodborne pathogens, highlighting the importance of proper food handling and cooking techniques to prevent the spread of these microorganisms.