FoodSafety.gov

Cooking at home? 🏡
Make sure your food is as safe as it is delicious! Learn how simple food safety tips can help prevent foodborne illness.
https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/food-safety-your-kitchen

Back to school means back to packing lunches! USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service shares tips for allergen awareness and keeping lunches safe: 🍎 🥪 https://bit.ly/3SkFnzz

LISTERIA OUTBREAK:
28 people are sick, with 2 deaths, in 12 states. Do not eat meats you get sliced at any deli counter, unless it is reheated to an internal temperature of 165°F or until steaming hot. Investigators are collecting as much information as possible to figure out which deli meats are contaminated.
https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/delimeats-7-24/index.html

Public health is our top priority, and your life is worth our time! Contact the Meat & Poultry Hotline to speak with a food safety specialist. 📲

Planning a pig roast? DYK: Over the past few years, there have been foodborne illness outbreaks associated with pig roasts in several states. From purchase to presentation, every step matters in ensuring a safe and enjoyable feast. Save this guide for a . https://bit.ly/4f8OnS4

Catering can be expensive. If you’re opting for a DIY wedding menu, don’t overlook food safety! https://bit.ly/3WgArOo Save this guide for a

Help prevent food poisoning this Fourth of July:
• Cook beef burgers to 160°F to kill harmful germs.
• Use a food thermometer to check the burger’s temperature.
• Separate all ready-to-eat food from raw beef patties.
https://www.cdc.gov/food-safety/prevention/

Set off fireworks of flavor – not foodborne illness! Get our “Food Safety Sparklers” guide for a sizzling, safe Fourth of July BBQ: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/news-events/news-press-releases/food-safety-sparklers-clean-separate-cook-and-chill

What’s your BBQ IQ? Test your knowledge with USDA’s top tips for celebrating the United Steaks of America safely! 😉🥩 🇺🇸 https://bit.ly/3L3AuH0

Planning a pig roast? DYK: Over the past few years, there have been foodborne illness outbreaks associated with pig roasts in several states. From purchase to presentation, every step matters in ensuring a safe and enjoyable feast. Save this guide for a .

Public health is our top priority, and your life is worth our time! Call

1-888-MPHotline to speak with a food safety specialist. 📲

Add a splash of color to your meals with the goodness of fresh fruits and vegetables! This National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, learn how to buy, store, and prepare produce safely.
And during washing, remember:

➡️Rinse fruits and vegetables under cold, running water
➡️Scrub uncut firm produce with a clean brush
🛑Don’t wash produce with soap, disinfectants, or other chemicals.

https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/selecting-and-serving-produce-safely

Tip of the Week: From the first toast to the last bite, here are our top tips to ensure your wedding day is memorable for all the right reasons – not for foodborne illness!

Today is International Picnic Day!
Follow these tips to pack your picnic basket safely and how to help everyone stay healthy.
https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/handling-food-safely-while-eating-outdoors

When disaster strikes, safeguarding your food and water is essential. Be proactive and protect yourself, your family, and your pets from foodborne illnesses during storms. Here's how to stay safe and prepared.

https://www.fda.gov/food/food-safety-during-emergencies/protect-food-and-water-during-hurricanes-and-other-storms

This Father’s Day, gift safety and precision for every family cookout. Check out our essential picks like the must-have food thermometer and handy safe internal temperature fridge magnet. https://bit.ly/3VBM7el

Want a free fridge magnet? Email [email protected] with subject line “Father's Day Magnet” and include your mailing address in the message body.

Cheers to 100 years of the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO)! Pasteurization has revolutionized dairy safety, ensuring milk is free from harmful bacteria. Dive into the history of the PMO and how it continues to safeguard our milk.

https://www.fda.gov/food/milk-guidance-documents-regulatory-information/pasteurized-milk-ordinance-centennial

DYK a flood, fire, national disaster, or the loss of power from high winds, snow, or ice could jeopardize the safety of your food? Learn how to prepare for the unexpected with our Consumer’s Guide to Food Safety: https://www.fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/safe-food-handling-and-preparation/emergencies/a-consumers-guide-food-safety-severe

Food safety incidents, whether mild or severe, pose threats to both public health and commerce. From daily inspections to global standards, USDA is committed to safeguarding our food supply and preventing foodborne illness by preparing for the unexpected. Read more: https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2024/06/06/food-safety-prepare-unexpected

Today on World Food Safety Day, remember that queso fresco can be a safe part of a meal if it has been made and handled properly. Always buy queso fresco that is
• Sealed
• Labeled and made with pasteurized milk
• Sold in the refrigerated section of a store
https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/prevention.html

Protect yourself and loved ones from food poisoning by preparing for the unexpected. Refrigerated or frozen foods may not be safe to eat after the loss of power. Follow key food safety steps before, during, and after a power outage to prevent illness. When in doubt, throw it out. https://www.cdc.gov/food-safety/foods/keep-food-safe-after-emergency.html

Thanks to the Pasteurized Milk Ordinance, we’re celebrating a century of ensuring milk safety. Discover how this regulatory milestone protects consumers and promotes public health.

Pasteurized Milk Ordinance Centennial The Grade "A" Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO) helps to ensure that Grade “A" milk and dairy products produced in the United States are among the safest in our nation, and the world.

SALMONELLA OUTBREAK: 162 people are sick in 25 states and the District of Columbia. Do not eat recalled cucumbers while the investigation is ongoing. Investigators are working to collect more data to see if other cucumbers are affected.
Learn more about this outbreak: https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/africana-06-24/index.html