Food-borne viruses: Progress and challenges

Abstract

"Details the distribution, definition, and impact of food-borne viruses, illuminating this major health concern. • Summarizes the latest knowledge on these viral strains, their detection and control, and associated challenges, and points toward important new directions for future research • Explores the effect of commonly detected food-borne viruses and new viruses, such as SARS virus, coronavirus, Nipah virus, and avian influenza virus, on food practices • Essential reading for researchers and practitioners interested in any aspect of food-borne viral illness."