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Did you know......?
Every day an estimated 11,500 Australians become ill from food poisoning. Approximately 60% of those cases involve food purchased in restaurants or take away food outlets.
This translates to 2.5 million cases per year, and a potential compensation damages bill of $25 billion plus.
Food poisoning claims may not have reached epidemic proportions, but with Australia now ranking second behind the USA as the most litigious country in the world, the 'Let's Sue' mentality is rampant.
John van Wetering (Manager, National Liability Team) – GAB Robins
Food safety is an issue for everyone to consider. Not only are there a significant amount of commercial resources lost due to food poisoning (lost sales and consumer confidence, time off work, cost on the public health system, etc.), but the effect on people’s lives.
Food poisoning KILLS!
People most at risk of food poisoning outbreaks are those whose immune system is already compromised. The following three groups are most at risk: - the young
- the sick
- the elderly
Healthy people too can suffer greatly from a food poisoning incident, such as the effects of Reactive Arthritis discovered in patients after acute incidences of Salmonellosis.
Are the majority of food poisoning cases preventable? YES
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