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Article: STATE PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR OFFERS TIPS FOR SAFE, HEALTHY HOLIDAY WEEKEND
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- US Fed News Service, Including US State News
- Article date:
- July 9, 2009
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill., July 1 --The Illinois Department of Public Health issued the following news release:
Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Damon T. Arnold wants to remind you of some steps you can take to ensure a safe and healthy Fourth of July.
FOOD SAFETY
Picnics and cookouts top the list of summer activities. But remember, special precautions need to be taken when preparing and serving food during warm weather to avoid foodborne illnesses like salmonellosis.
To help prevent foodborne illness:
* Properly wash your hands before handling any food and after handling raw poultry, meat or eggs.
* Thoroughly rinse fresh fruits and vegetables.
* Cook foods thoroughly, especially ...