Food Safety: Reducing the Threat of Foodborne Illnesses. Statement of Robert A.Robinson, Director, Food and Agriculture Issues, Resources, Community and Economic Development Division

摘要

We are pleased to be here today to participate in this hearing on foodbornepathogens and their impact on public health. In previous reports and testimonies, we have discussed many aspects of food safety, including inspection and coordination activities and efforts to protect against unsafe chemical residues and microbiological hazards. Today, as you requested, we will focus on what is and is not known about the scope, severity, and cost of foodborne illnesses in the United States.