How quickly does food poisoning start?

Food poisoning can begin immediately, especially if it is caused by a chemical contaminant. However, food poisoning is most commonly caused by organisms such as Norovirus or Salmonella. Onset from this type of food poisoning can range from as little as 1 hour (Staphylococcus aureus) to as long as 28 days (Hepatitis A). Learn more: Food Poisoning Timeline

What do I do if I have food poisoning?

Staying hydrated is most important. It is recommended to see a doctor if you have a high fever (temperature over 101.5 F), blood in your stool, prolonged vomiting, or dehydration. Signs of dehydration, including a decrease in urination, a dry mouth and throat, and feeling dizzy when standing up, or diarrheal illness that lasts more than 3 days. Learn more .

How long does food poisoning last?

Most often, food poisoning is mild and resolves without treatment within a few days. But in some cases it can last longer and may require hospitalization and medical treatment. Learn more .

What are food poisoning symptoms?

Food poisoning symptoms may range from mild to severe and can differ significantly depending of the contaminant . The most common symptoms of food poisoning are: Upset stomach Stomach cramps Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Fever Learn More

Should I report my food poisoning?

Food poisoning should be reported. It can help to detect outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed. It also enables better surveillance of establishments that have repeat problems. Learn More.

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Taco Bell, South 38th Street, Tacoma, WA, USA

1 day ago

Had the cravings meal. Pretty sure I got food poisoning. Other people have been reporting the beefy 5 layer and I also had that.

Symptoms appeared about 12 hours after ingestion.

Vomiting and diarrhea. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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Chick-fil-A, South Steele Street, Tacoma, WA, USA

6 days ago

ate here at around 7 pm and around 12 was puking for 3 hours. my friends also got sick | Symptoms: Vomiting See Less

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Safeway, North Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA, USA

1 month ago

Gardien meatballs, I set out 3 meatballs to thaw. For only a hour. The heated up a can of vegetable barley soup and cooked til hot. Wondering if I didn’t cook long enough. Ate about 6, stomach discomfort. Diarrhea started about 10, continued through the night. Had... See More bad cramps and chills. All continued till 6 AM. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Cramps, Chills See Less

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I'm so sorry you got sick, but please be careful as the package says "do not thaw".

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anonymous7414

The packaging says "For food safety and quality: Keep frozen. Do not thaw"...

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Katie Downs Waterfront Tavern, Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA, USA

1 month ago

Had a side salad and Turkey sandwich. Been up all night violently ill. | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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Salamone’s Pizza, North Tacoma Avenue, Tacoma, WA, USA

3 months ago

Pepperoni pizza I ate (2 slices) now I have stomach/intestine issues and not feeling well | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Stomach Pain See Less

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Taco Bell, Tacoma, WA 98445, USA

4 months ago

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JustMe

Gross!!!

Reply 4 months ago

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Taco Bell, North Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA, USA

4 months ago

Ate a burritos Supreme here and had vomiting and diarrhea. | Symptoms: Diarrhea, Vomiting See Less

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Taco Bell, North Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA, USA

4 months ago

30 minutes after eating, clammy, sweaty, nausea and vomiting | Symptoms: Nausea, Vomiting See Less

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Fruit on the loop fruit stand, 12504 Spanaway Loop Rd S, Tacoma, WA, USA

5 months ago

Mangos Lots of cramping and fatigue, It happened Right now | Symptoms: Fatigue, Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Cramps See Less

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Subway, North Pearl Street, Tacoma, WA, USA

5 months ago

Both My Husband And I Were Eating The Sandwhiches And Not Even 20 Minutes Later I Start To Feel Weak And Sick. Me Thinking Its Because Im Tired I Go To Bed And Take A Nausea Pill. My Husband Then Goes To Eat The Other Half Of... See More His Sandwhich The Following Day And Not Even 8 Minutes After Eating The Sandwhich He Ends Up Puking So Hard It Made Him Seize. We’re Now Having Troubles With Not Staying On The Toilet All Day In Our 1 Bathroom Household. This place Sucks! | Symptoms: Nausea, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Weakness See Less

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