A total of 42 people died of food poisoning in China in the third quarter, a year-on-year reduction of 8.7 percent, said the National Health and Family Planning Commission on Wednesday.
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The number of people who suffered food poisoning increased by 26.1 percent to 2,482, said a statement from the commission.
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The number of cases increased by 11.5 percent to 68.
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About 52.1 percent were caused by bacteria, and most cases occurred at home, according to the statement.
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The commission will carry out more campaigns to help the public develop healthy eating habits.
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It also urged schools, catering services and restaurants to raise hygiene standards. Â