Food Poisoning
Many people can remember a family holiday or vacation gone bad because of a nasty case of food poisoning. Food poisoning is quite common, affecting millions of Americans each year. Use this Web guide to learn more about food-borne illnesses, how to treat them and how to prevent them.
Expand All Guide SectionsFood-Borne Illnesses
In some cases, food-borne illnesses can be fatal and they should be taken ... read more »
Food Safety
Preventing food poisoning is a lot easier when you practice food safety handling tips in the kitchen. Learn how to keep your food from coming in contact with bacteria and other harmful microorganisms.
Insights for Food Safety
- The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has a toll free Meat and Poultry Hotline for consumers to call with their food safety questions.
- Irradiation is one method of killing dangerous germs and bacteria in food, but according to the Center for Food Safety, there have been some questions about how irradiated food should be labeled.
Top Sites for Food Safety
Partnership for Food Safety Education
presents Fight Bac!, a site that covers the four elements of food safety: clean, separate, cook and chill. Click on each section title to learn more about each step.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
describes some of the food safety practices you can follow to keep your kitchen clean before and after you’ve handled food products.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
offers several videos on the elements of food safety and preventing food-borne illness. Look for videos on produce safety, food safety for expectant mothers, the FDA’s role in food safety and more.
Food Poisoning Symptoms
Food poisoning often resolves itself without medical intervention, but sometimes a trip to the ... read more »
Food Safety News
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