THE IMPACT OF VETERINARY INSPECTION ON REDUCING OUTBREAKS OF CONTAMINATED FOODBORNE DISEASES

Abstract

Objective: To evaluate the impact of veterinary inspection in reducing outbreaks of diseases transmitted by contaminated food, analyzing the effectiveness of sanitary inspections, microbiological control and the implementation of food safety protocols. Diseases transmitted by contaminated food represent a major challenge to global public health, and are often associated with contaminated animal products. Veterinary inspection plays an essential role in preventing these diseases through the regulation and monitoring of food production, transportation, and marketing. This study used a literature review of articles published between 2002 and 2022 to analyze the relationship between sanitary supervision and the occurrence of outbreaks. The findings suggest that the implementation of rigorous inspection measures and the implementation of state-of-the-art monitoring technologies have considerably decreased the incidence of diseases transmitted by contaminated food. However, obstacles such as the decentralization of supervision, the lack of qualified professionals and the demand for greater integration between regulatory entities are still present. It is essential to update inspection techniques and strengthen traceability policies to ensure food safety and reduce public health hazards.