EMS Magazine Monthly Insider September ‘07
Martha Bonnie
Food recalls and foodborne illnesses have been a frequent phenomenon in the news this year, making this September feature a particularly timely topic. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, foodborne microorganisms cause 76 million illnesses, 325,000 hospitalizations and over 5,000 deaths each year.
Listen as Martha Bonnie, MSE, gives an overview of the article and shares the inspiration behind its creation. She notes who is most at risk, which foods to suspect, and what to do if you suspect a foodborne illness.
Martha is the lead writer for Emergency Preparedness Systems LLC, and collaborated on this piece with EPS president Greg Friese. They touch on assessment and reporting tips, food bioterrorism and more.
To read the full article visit A Sickening Situation: Prehospital assessment and treatment of foodborne illnesses. To contact Martha Bonnie, email her at mbonnie@eps411.com.
