A person has tested positive for a new public health danger avian influenza A(H5) virus (H5 bird flu) in the U.S. This case, the first in the U.S. affecting a human, was reported by Colorado and confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in late April. This case occurred in a person who had… Continue reading What To Know About Avian Flu
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Don’t Wing It – How to Handle Poultry Safely
Do you know how many people will get sick from foodborne illness this year? 48 million people – that’s 1 in 6. Children and older adults are especially vulnerable. But the good news is that following safe poultry practices – when shopping, preparing, cooking and storing – can help keep you safe from common and… Continue reading Don’t Wing It – How to Handle Poultry Safely
Have a Healthy Grilling Season
We’re well on our way to summer – and the great American tradition of barbecuing. But don’t spoil the party with unsafe food-preparation and cooking practices. Here, the experts from www.foodsafety.gov, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, share what you need to know to avoid food poisoning (also known as foodborne… Continue reading Have a Healthy Grilling Season