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A foodborne illness is a disease transmitted to people through food. An illness is considered an outbreak when: - ANSWER-1. Two or more people have the same symptoms after eating the same food. 2. An investigation is conducted by state and local regulatory authorities. 3. The outbreak is confirmed by laboratory analysis. Cost of Foodborne illnesses - ANSWER--Loss of customers and sales -Loss of reputation -Negative work exposure -Lower staff morale -Lawsuits and legal fees Staff missing work -Increased insurance premiums -Staff retraining How foodborne illnesses occur- Unsafe food is the result of contamination: - ANSWER--Biological -Chemical -Physical Biological Contaminants: - ANSWER--Bacteria -Viruses -Fungi -Parasites Chemical Contaminants - ANSWER--Cleaners