Food Safety: Arlene’s Story
There are about 48 million cases of food poisoning annually in America. Arlene thought her eggs looked runny, but she didn’t send them back. Her health and her life haven’t been the same. Watch Arlene’s Story above. She’s not the only one who learned a tough lesson in food safety. Watch Erin’s Story and Cooking With Kang.
Featured Contributors: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Food Safety Project
Topic Videos: Food Safety
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What Is It? Food poisoning can occur at home or in a restaurant. Beware of food that’s not washed, stored or cooked properly. Watch -
Arlene’s Story Arlene thought her eggs looked runny, but she didn’t send them back. Her health and her life haven’t been the same. Watch -
Why Does It Matter? Foodborne illness leads to about 300,000 hospitalizations and 5,000 deaths each year. Watch -
Erin’s Story Erin was at her own baby shower when a bite of cheese sent her life and her daughter’s health into a tailspin. Watch -
What Can I Do About It? Follow the four rules of food safety: chill, separate, clean, cook. Watch -
Cooking With Kang Simple steps and some food safety smarts can lower your risk for food poisoning. Watch
