food borne diseases
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Oregon Dismisses Glove Requirement for Restaurant Workers
Oregon restaurant workers have been in the limelight recently for refusing to follow the no-bare-hands rule that was supposed to go into effect on July 1st. They claimed that the new rule, which prohibits food handlers from contacting ‘exposed’ ready-to-eat food with bare hands, is not actually safe. They raised several complaints against the no-bare-hands…
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Tips to Reduce the Risk of Foodborne Disease
Food-related illnesses have been on the rise over the last several years. There are a number of safety measures that can be helpful in minimizing the skyrocketing rate of such illnesses. Following some of the tips below may help avoid this problem. Cleaning It is essential to wash hands with water and a mild soap…