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Preventing foodborne illness remains a major public health challenge. Because many people do not think about food safety until a food-related illness affects them or a family member, this section will help you find much-needed information about how you can store, prepare and cook food safely.

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Bringing Home the Bacon - and the Bacteria - From the Supermarket

Keep it Cool When Eating Outdoors

Protecting Yourself From Contaminated Food

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