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Suspected food poisoning investigation

Food poisoning is an illness caused by eating contaminated food. It's not usually serious, and most people get better within a few days without treatment.

The symptoms of food poisoning usually begin within one to two days after eating contaminated food, although they may start at any point between a few hours and several weeks later. It is also important to note that the symptoms of food poisoning can be attributed to causes other than bacteria such as viruses and food intolerances.

The only way to confirm the presence of a food poisoning organism is by submitting a stool sample via your GP, if you think you have food poisoning you need to contact your GP to arrange testing.

If you suspect you have contracted food poisoning after eating at any commercial food business or outlet, you can let us know by completing the form below, we will monitor the information you provide and will contact you only if we really need to.

While you are symptomatic it is important to maintain high standards of personal hygiene and to avoid cooking food for others. If you work in healthcare, catering or with young or elderly clients and still have symptoms, the guidelines are to remain off work until you have passed a 48 hour period without any symptoms.

If it has been confirmed through laboratory testing that you have a positive result for a food poisoning organism you will be contacted by the department either in writing or by telephone in order for us to obtain more information in relation to your illness.

This form is available in Welsh - click on 'Cymraeg' in the top right corner of your screen.

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Last modified on 15 February 2024