Food toxico-infection TIAC: Results of 10 years of cross-sectional studies (2012-2022) and determinations of contributing factors by ACM, in Kenitra, Morocco

Authors

  • Asmaa Elkhal Biology and Health Laboratories, Joint Unit «Nutrition, Health and Environment» Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra and Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Unit of Neuroscience and Nutrition, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra and Health Delegation of Kenitra
  • Nabila Auajjar Biology and Health Laboratories, Joint Unit «Nutrition, Health and Environment» Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra and Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Unit of Neuroscience and Nutrition, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra
  • Benaissa Attarassi Biology and Health Laboratories, Joint Unit «Nutrition, Health and Environment» Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra and Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Unit of Neuroscience and Nutrition, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra
  • Belkhaoud Mohamed Biology and Health Laboratories, Joint Unit «Nutrition, Health and Environment» Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra and Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Unit of Neuroscience and Nutrition, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra
  • Badreddine Dahou Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Unit of Neuroscience and Nutrition, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra and Health Delegation of Kenitra
  • Hafsa El Hamidi Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Laboratory of Biology and Health, Unit of Neuroscience and Nutrition, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra
  • Sanae Sadek Higher Institute of Nursing and Health Technology Professions,Taza

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3329/bjms.v24i1.78713

Keywords:

Food poisoning; health problems; multiple correspondence analysis (MCA) ; Kenitra ; Morocco

Abstract

Background Food poisoning is a common health problem caused by consuming contaminated food. This study aimed to investigate the characteristics of food poisoning in the Kenitra region between 2012 and 2022, including age, gender, contamination sources, treatment outcomes, types of food involved, and preparation methods.

Methods Data on food poisoning cases were collected, and statistical analysis, including multiple correspondence analysis (MCA), was performed to identify factors contributing to food poisoning. Cronbach’s alpha was calculated to assess the internal consistency of the MCA variables.

Results Children aged 5 to 15 accounted for nearly half of the reported food poisoning cases (48.9%), with a higher prevalence among females (59%) compared to males (40%). Food poisoning incidents were more prevalent in rural areas (63.4%) than in urban areas (36.6%). Canned products were responsible for 40% of the cases. Main dishes of animal origin, including snails, turkey, fish, chicken, and minced meat, were the most commonly involved food category (88.9%). The majority of patients sought medical attention within 5 hours of contamination (77.1%), and most experienced positive outcomes (92.7%).

Conclusion This study provides valuable insights into the factors contributing to food poisoning in the Kenitra region. Multiple correspondence analysis revealed that the type of food, place of contamination, and preparation method significantly influenced the contamination rate and treatment outcomes. These findings emphasize the importance of preventive measures and appropriate management strategies to mitigate food poisoning cases.

Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science Vol. 24 No. 01 January’25 Page : 97-102

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2025-01-07

How to Cite

Elkhal, A., Auajjar, N., Attarassi, B., Mohamed, B., Dahou, B., Hamidi, H. E., & Sadek, S. (2025). Food toxico-infection TIAC: Results of 10 years of cross-sectional studies (2012-2022) and determinations of contributing factors by ACM, in Kenitra, Morocco. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 24(1), 97–102. https://doi.org/10.3329/bjms.v24i1.78713

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