June, July and August are normally the warmest months in Scotland, with average maximum temperatures ranging from approximately 15Â°C (59Â°F) to 17Â°C (63 Â°F). Scotland's high latitude means that we enjoy lovely long summer days and often an extended twilight.
Other microorganisms that are common culprits of food poisoning are campylobacter, a bacterium that contaminates poultry, unpasteurized dairy and produce, and toxoplasma, a protozoan that can be present in ground meat and poultry. Toxoplasmosis is the leading cause of death due to foodborne illness.
a a a. Food poisoning, also known as foodborne illness, is one of the most common, gastrointestinal ailments in America. Each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 6 Americans, or roughly 48 million people, are sickened as a result of food poisoning.auses. The cause of most cases of food poisoning is pathogens. A pathogen is any living organism that can cause disease. This includes bacteria, viruses, and molds. The most common pathogens that cause foodborne illnesses are: 1  Salmonella â found in meats, eggs, milk and fresh fruits and vegetables.