How many people die a year from eating raw meat?

The number of people who die each year from eating raw meat varies by region and is influenced by factors such as food safety practices and the prevalence of foodborne pathogens. While specific global statistics are hard to determine, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that foodborne illnesses cause thousands of deaths annually in the U.S., with raw meat being a significant risk factor. Overall, while fatalities from raw meat consumption are not extremely common, they can occur due to severe infections from pathogens like Salmonella, E. coli, and Listeria.