Growing up in South Carolina, Independence Day was fraught with danger. Most years we spent the holiday at my Aunt Debbie’s timeshare condo in Myrtle Beach. The condo was on a golf course, and my
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Tomorrow is the Fourth of July, where many Americans will be celebrating Independence Day. Unlike last year, this year’s Fourth will look a lot closer to previous years, with backyard barbecues, picnics and firework displays.
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Health officials in Idaho are seeing an increase of Campylobacter illnesses they say are often associated with unpasteurized, raw milk.
Eastern Idaho Public Health issued a public notice reminding consumers of “inherent risks” of consuming
Continue Reading Rise in Campylobacter infections prompts raw milk warning from Idaho officials
The extended holiday weekend means family, friends and food. And possibly more food than can be consumed. This means leftovers need to be stored so they can be enjoyed for a couple of days.
As COVID-19 cases drop and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance changes, Americans are preparing to gather together to commemorate Memorial Day and honor the sacrifices so many have made to protect our
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Cinco de Mayo is a holiday celebrated in parts of Mexico and the United States in commemoration of the Mexican Army’s victory in 1862 over the French forces of Napoleon III. The holiday is also
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Score a touchdown this year with your Super Bowl LV snacks by keeping bacteria out of the end zone. While your Super Bowl traditions may look different this year given COVID-19 and the need
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Experts have helped develop risk-based approaches to control two parasites in meat, requiring the re-evaluation of traditional practices and the assessment of regulatory and industry resources.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
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To keep holiday meals memorable, make sure you don’t forget the after part of the meal — the leftovers.
It’s that time of year again where families and friends get together — either in person
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This week, many will enjoy a delicious meal on Thanksgiving Day with family and friends — either in person or virtually. Taking the necessary steps toward safe food handling and sanitation will help protect
Continue Reading USDA shares easy at-home advice for Thanksgiving food safety
