Burden of foodborne diseases in WHO South East Asia Region
Overview
Globally, billions of people are at risk of foodborne diseases (FBDs) and millions fall ill from these every year. Many die as a result of consuming unsafe food. FBDs can also affect economic development through the tourism, agricultural and food export industries. The South-East Asia Region has the second highest burden of FBDs after the African Region, with more than 150 million cases and 175 000 deaths annually. This report will support policy-makers in implementing the right strategies to prevent, detect and manage foodborne risks to improve food safety.
