What food safety experts say they won’t order when dining out

What food safety experts say they won’t order when dining out

Even foods most Americans consider “healthy” can pose serious risks of foodborne illness, experts warn — and many say salads, sprouts and deli meats are among the everyday items they personally refuse to eat. A Seattle lawyer who has spent decades litigating some of the country’s worst foodborne illness outbreaks recently told The Washington Post … Read more

We are emergency physicians. Here are 7 things we do during the holidays to avoid getting sick.

We are emergency physicians. Here are 7 things we do during the holidays to avoid getting sick.

The holidays are a time for celebration, family gatherings and indulgent feasts—but for emergency physicians, they’re also one of the busiest times of the year. Each year, emergency departments see a predictable increase in visits between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. Between foodborne illnesses, respiratory infections and kitchen accidents, there are plenty of incidents to keep … Read more