Reminding Canadians of the Importance of Food Safety for Older Adults
(firmenpresse) - OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 02/06/12 -- Health Canada is reminding Canadians of the importance of food safety for older adults.
As we age, it becomes harder for our immune systems to fight off harmful bacteria. This means that older adults can come down with a serious illness if they eat contaminated food. For this reason, it is important to choose, handle and cook food properly before eating. It is very important for older adults or their caregivers to follow certain steps to help reduce the risk of foodborne illness.
It is estimated that there are approximately 11 million cases of foodborne illnesses in Canada every year. Many of these cases could be prevented by following proper food handling and preparation techniques.
To minimize the risks of foodborne illness, follow these steps when handling and preparing food:
Separate
Clean
Chill
Cook
Caution
For more information on food safety tips for older adults, please visit:
Government of Canada's Food Safety Tips for Older adults ( )
It's Your Health on Food Safety for Older Adults ( )
Government of Canada's Food Safety website ( )
Partnership for Consumer Food Safety Education's Be Food Safe Canada Campaign ( )
Food Safety for Older Adults Guide ( )
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Contacts:
Media Inquiries:
Health Canada
613-957-2983
Public Inquiries:
613-957-2991
1-866-225-0709
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Datum: 06.02.2012 - 09:26 Uhr
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