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Public health data in 2000 showed that there were more than 5 times the number of dangerous bacteria in our food than we were aware of in 1942. Source: USDA. Foodborne Pathogens. bacteria, parasites, or viruses that contaminate food and drink cause symptoms range from mild to serious
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Public health data in 2000 showed that there were more than 5 times the number of dangerous bacteria in our food than we were aware of in 1942. Source: USDA
Foodborne Pathogens • bacteria, parasites, or viruses that contaminate food and drink • cause symptoms range from mild to serious • contamination can occur during growing, harvesting, processing, storing, shipping, or final preparation
What are the main sources of foodborne pathogens? Source: MMWR 2006, 55(SS10);1-34
Most foods are safe to eat only when they are heated long enough and at a high enough temperature to kill the harmful bacteria that cause illnesses.
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Using a Food Thermometer • Check temperature toward the end of cooking before the food is expected to be "done" • helps prevent transfer of bacteria from the outside to the inside • Insert probe (~2 to 3 inches) • Through the side of thin foods
Don’t Be Fooled By Color-Which is Safe to Eat? Source: USDA FSIS, 2003