pratheep sandrasaigaran

The consumption of pathogen-contaminated food has far-reaching socioeconomic impacts, from rising healthcare costs and lost productivity to business closures and unemployment. Foodborne illness outbreaks not only damage the reputation of affected companies but also erode consumer trust, undermining the food industry's stability. Compounding this, antimicrobial-resistant pathogens present an escalating threat, making infections harder to treat and amplifying the public health crisis. This jeopardizes food security, as contaminated and unsafe food supplies hinder access to safe, nutritious food. Addressing food safety is critical for protecting public health, bolstering food security, and sustaining economic prosperity.