Osteoarthritis (OA) is caused by aging joints, injury, and obesity. OA symptoms include joint pain and stiffness. Treatment depends on the affected joint, including the hand, wrist, neck, back, knee, and hip, and involves medication and exercise. If you are overweight, weight loss may improve OA symptoms.
Food poisoning (also known as foodborne illness or foodborne disease) is any illness that results from eating contaminated food. Harmful bacteria are the most common cause of food poisoning, but there are many other causes, including the following:
Causes of Foodborne Illness. The causes fall into the following 3 categories: Biological hazards include bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Bacteria and viruses are responsible for most foodborne illnesses. Biological hazards are the biggest threat to food safety. They can be inherent in the product or due to mishandling (e.g., time/temperature abuse).