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What is Food Poisoning?

Food poisoning is a term used to describe an illness caused by consuming food or drink which has been contaminated by bacteria or the poisons they produce (toxins), viruses or chemicals.

The symptoms of food poisoning may include some or all of the following:

• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Abdominal Pain
• Fever
• Dehydration

It is important to remember tha food which causes food poisoning looks, tastes and smells normal.