Microbiological Survey and Customs in Water and Food Consumption in Santa Helena, PR - Brazil

  • Carla Adriana Pizarro Schmidt UTFPR
  • Karina Rosana Dotto UTFPR
Keywords: Public Health, Hygiene, Environment

Abstract

Underground water is not only an economical asset but is a highly relevant supply source for human consumption. Food may be contaminated by water directly or indirectly. In fact, water may be frequently the cause of food toxic infection. The above justifies concern with production and consumption. Current analysis on a public health issue deals with a survey on water and food consumption and studies the relationship between these habits and the microbiological quality of consumed food and the emergence of illnesses in Santa Helena PR Brazil. Results show that the quality of water and food consumed by the population does not merely need special care, but the correct techniques in hygiene and water and food treatment should be propagated.

Author Biographies

Carla Adriana Pizarro Schmidt, UTFPR
Docente Doutora Efetiva do Curso de Engenharia de Produção da Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná – UTFPR - Campus Medianeira. E-mail: carlaschmidt@utfpr.edu.br
Karina Rosana Dotto, UTFPR
Discente do curso de Engenharia de Produção; Bolsista de Iniciação Científica PTIC&T/FPTI-BR. E-mail: karina_dotto@yahoo.com.br
Published
2012-09-25
Section
Artigos Originais