Be under age 19 at the end of the year and younger than you or your spouse, if you file a joint return. Be a full-time student in at least five months of the year and under age 24 at the end of the year and younger than you or your spouse, if you file a joint return.
It seems like reports of foodborne illness are becoming more common these days. In 2014 we saw several major multistate outbreaks, including salmonella from bean sprouts, nut butters, chicken, and cheese; listeria from caramel apples, cheese, and other dairy products; and E. coli from ground beef.
Causes and Symptoms of Foodborne Illness. Foodborne illness is caused by consuming contaminated foods or beverages. Many different disease-causing microbes or pathogens can contaminate foods, so there are many different types of foodborne illnesses.Most foodborne diseases are infections caused by a variety of bacteria, viruses, and parasites.Other diseases are poisonings caused by harmful toxins or chemicals that have contaminated food. Other symptoms might include abdominal cramps, nausea, fever, joint/back aches, and fatigue. 2  What some people call the âstomach fluâ may actually be a foodborne illness caused by a pathogen (i.e., virus, bacteria, or parasite) in contaminated food or drink.