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U.S. foodborne illness cases dropped 42% since pre-pandemic, linked to lasting hygiene practices.
Foodborne disease outbreaks in the U.S. have dropped by over 40% since the pre-pandemic period, with a 42% decline in illness cases, according to a Trace One analysis of CDC data.
This decrease may be linked to lasting pandemic-era hygiene improvements like handwashing, surface disinfection, and stricter sick leave policies for food workers.
Sit-down restaurants were the top source, accounting for nearly 40% of outbreaks, followed by fast food, caterers, and private homes.
Mollusks like oysters and clams caused 18.3% of outbreaks, often due to contaminated waters, while chicken, fish, dairy, and leafy greens were also common sources.
Norovirus peaks in colder months, while bacterial illnesses rise in summer.
Nearly 17% of outbreaks lack a confirmed setting, highlighting ongoing challenges in tracking food safety risks.
Los casos de enfermedades transmitidas por los alimentos en Estados Unidos disminuyeron un 42% desde antes de la pandemia, vinculados a prácticas de higiene duraderas.