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Potluck Party

The term "potluck party" has an old-fashioned ring to it. I picture ladies in their Sunday bonnets and June Cleaver dresses, teetering in high heels, while carrying a large dish covered in a checkered cloth. But in reality,…

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What is salmonellosis?



Salmonellosis is a type of food poisoning caused by the salmonella bacterium. There are many different kinds of these bacteria; Salmonella typhimurium and Salmonella enteritidis are the most common types in the United States.



Every year, approximately 40,000 cases of salmonellosis are reported in the U.S. Because many milder cases are not diagnosed or reported, the actual number of infections may be 30 or more times greater. Salmonellosis is more… Continue

FOOD CONTAMINATION



Food gets contaminated when left exposed to bacteria or due to neglect. We all know that food borne microbes reside in the intestines of healthy animals, particularly poultry and fish. But during the process of slaughter and when coming in contact with the insides of the animals' intestines, meat and poultry carcasses can become contaminated.



Similarly, fresh fruits and vegetables can be contaminated if not washed in clean water. Food can also be… Continue