Final answer:
The statement is false; Anisakis refers to parasitic worms that can cause disease from consuming raw fish. Anisakis is not a bacterium, but rather a nematode responsible for anisakiasis. Bacteria such as Salmonella, E. coli, and others do cause foodborne illnesses, but they are distinct from parasitic worms.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement 'Anasakis is a bacterium found in raw fish' is False. Anisakis refers to nematodes, more specifically parasitic worms, not bacteria. Anisakiasis is a disease caused by these nematodes when they attach to the epithelium of the esophagus, stomach, or small intestine after someone consumes undercooked or raw fish. Parasitic infections from the consumption of raw fish, such as sushi or sashimi, are a health concern with the rising popularity of these foods. These parasites include Anisakis but also others like Diphyllobothrium species, known as fish tapeworms. Bacteria that cause foodborne illnesses include Salmonella, Campylobacter jejuni, E. coli, Vibrio, and Listeria, which can all be found in various improperly handled or cooked foods, but Anisakis is a parasite and not a bacterium.