Food Safety is Crucial For People With Diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reminds people with diabetes (and those preparing food for them) about the...
Home Canning and Botulism
Home canning is an excellent way to preserve garden produce and share it with family and friends, but it can be risky—or even deadly—if...
5 Tips for Using Your Microwave Oven Safely
Did you know the U.S. Food and Drug Administration regulates microwave ovens? Microwave oven manufacturers must certify their products meet safety performance standards created...
Three Ways to Keep Food Safe When You Lose Power
Here are simple ways to help keep your food safe when you experience a power outage. If your loss of power is due to...
Handwashing for Food Safety
Inadequate handwashing has been identified as a contributing factor to foodborne illness, especially when preparing raw meat and poultry. Hands can move germs that...
How You Can Help Solve Foodborne Outbreaks
Did you know you can help disease detectives find and solve foodborne disease outbreaks? Learn some ways you can help protect others from getting...
Preparing Frozen Food Safety Tips
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23, 2020 – New research from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reveals that consumers may not know how to safely cook frozen...
