Foodborne IllnessQuestion 16 of 320
Which populations are considered highly susceptible (high-risk) to foodborne illness and should be given extra protection?
a.People who take daily vitamins
b.Young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and immunocompromised people
c.Teenagers and athletes
d.Healthy adults who eat out often
Explanation
Highly susceptible populations include young children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems, because their bodies fight infection less effectively. Facilities serving these groups (such as hospitals and nursing homes) must not serve certain raw or undercooked foods. Healthy adults and athletes are not high-risk by definition.
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