Ep. 18: The Foodborne Identity
Foodborne illness causes a major national financial burden annually, but we only hear about a few cases of it on the news. Perhaps it's time for these food-related afflictions to be taken off the back burner. Prevention, Schlundt (EPID) Socialize with science on Twitter using @ISGPforum with #ISGPforum, and read the policy position paper and debate summary associated with this episode at the Institute on Science for Global Policy's website: www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org. Disclaimer: The ISGP is a nonprofit organization that does not lobby for any position except rational thinking. Podcasts reflect the views expressed by conference participants. ISGP conferences follow an unique debate-and-caucus format. Distinguished scientists write 3-page policy position papers, then engage in 90 minutes of intensive debate with invited subject matter experts, policy makers, and other stakeholders collectively known as “the debaters.” Following the debates, participants engage in small, moderated caucus sessions to identify areas of consensus and actionable next steps. All conference participants t hen reconvene for a plenary session to compare the outcomes from each caucus group. For more information, please visit www.scienceforglobalpolicy.org.