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Proper refrigerator organisation is vital for family health, preventing dangerous cross-contamination and foodborne illnesses. Learn crucial tips to separate raw meats, eggs, and ready-to-eat items, ...

Buffets. The word alone causes a smile to appear on my face. I can still recall with vivid clarity the new buffet restaurant that opened in my hometown when I was a young boy, and the bizarre ...

Although only 9 percent of reported foodborne illness outbreaks occur in the home, scientists estimate the actual number of incidents is much higher. Research shows a leading cause of cross ...

A shared meal, a simple mistake... and suddenly, several people are sick. The cause? Often not the ingredients, but cross-contamination. It can happen in any kitchen, even yours. Here’s how to avoid ...

Heading out for a nice meal, whether it’s a dinner date or a simple lunchtime catch-up, should be a pleasant event. It certainly shouldn’t be marred with concerns over getting sick. For both the ...

Researchers have modeled and estimated cross-contamination in consumer kitchens during a European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) program. The model was used to work out the impact of cross-contamination ...