Food Safety When You Are Traveling
Simple principles that can help you avoid foodborne illness when you are traveling and tips for foodborne illness prevention for all travellers.
- Handling Food Safely on the Road
No matter where we go or what we do, there is a common denominator that runs through all of our summer travels and relaxation -- it's called F-O-O-D!
- A Guide on Safe Food For (International) Travellers
A leaflet that can help travellers avoid illnesses caused by unsafe food and drink. Practical advice for international travellers on how to eat safely and what to do in case of diarrhea. Prepared by the WHO programs on Food Safety and Diarrhoeal Disease Control, and has been endorsed by the World Tourism Organization and the International Tourist Health Association.
Spotlight
Waterborne Illness
Waterborne illness is caused by recreational or drinking water contaminated by disease-causing microbes or pathogens. Of note, many waterborne pathogens can also be acquired by consuming contaminated food or beverages, from contact with animals or their environment, or through person-to-person spread.
Norovirus Infection
Noroviruses are members of a group of viruses called caliciviruses also known previously as “Norwalk-like viruses.” Learn more about Norovirus, how to minimize your risk of acquiring norovirus infection, required reporting information, clinical features, laboratory diagnosis, treatment and more.
There's No Such Thing as "Stomach Flu" (PDF)
Complaints of "stomach flu" are usually norovirus, the most common cause of gastrointestinal illness.
Food Safety Basics: Preventing Foodborne Illness
There's a lot you can do to handle and prepare your food safely. Learn what you can do to prepare, serve and store food safely.
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