The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) has highlighted an urgent need for effective food safety measures to be implemented across the region.

As well as the health impact, foodborne diseases disrupt tourism, trade and overall national productivity, according to the agency.

Foodborne diseases pose a significant threat to the wellbeing of

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Every June 7, we celebrate World Food Safety Day (WFSD), and in 2025 we commemorate its seventh edition. This day aims to raise awareness and promote concrete actions to prevent, detect, and manage foodborne risks, thereby supporting human health, safe trade, responsible agriculture, and sustainable development.

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A food safety agency has revealed that it conducted more than 103,000 inspection visits in 2023 in the United Arab Emirates.

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) undertook 103,000 inspections during 2023, covering all food establishments within the country. They resulted in 3,391 violations and 27,895 warnings.

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