WHO Reports High Global Morbidity and Mortality from Unsafe Food

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Published: 2026-06-04
Category: health
Source: World Health Organization (WHO)
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The World Health Organization has released new figures highlighting the severe global impact of unsafe food, estimating hundreds of millions of illnesses and over a million deaths annually. Young children, specifically those under five, are identified as particularly vulnerable, facing a significantly higher risk of foodborne diseases. These statistics underscore the urgent need for improved food safety measures worldwide.

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