Outbreaks in France still high despite decline
Salmonella was the most frequently confirmed pathogen with 176 outbreaks
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More than 2,000 outbreaks sickened 20,000 people in France in 2024 and six people died, according to a recent report.
Data from Santé publique France shows that 2,096 foodborne outbreaks were reported, affecting 20,045 people and 630 required hospital care.
Almost half of the outbreaks were linked to foods from commercial settings such as restaurants and a quarter to family meals.
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