Question

Which illness can a person get from food handlers who haven’t washed their hands?
Responses

botulism

botulism

salmonellosis

salmonellosis

E. coli infection

E. coli infection

gastroenteritis

Answer 1

A person can contract various illnesses from food handlers who haven’t washed their hands, including:

- **Salmonellosis**: Often caused by Salmonella bacteria, which can be transmitted through contaminated food handled by an infected person.

- **E. coli infection**: Certain strains of E. coli, such as E. coli O157:H7, can be spread through contaminated food due to improper handling.

- **Gastroenteritis**: This is an inflammation of the stomach and intestines that can be caused by various pathogens, including viruses and bacteria that can be spread by food handlers who do not practice good hygiene.

**Botulism** is typically associated with improperly canned or preserved foods rather than direct transmission from food handlers.

Therefore, the illnesses most relevant to your question would be **salmonellosis**, **E. coli infection**, and **gastroenteritis**.