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Tag: food safety

A female Wake County food inspector looks at equipment in a taqueria at the NC State Fair.
Posted inNutrition

Food is a big deal at the NC State Fair. Dozens of inspectors are tasked with keeping it safe.

by Anne Blythe October 12, 2023October 11, 2023

By Anne Blythe People go to the annual North Carolina State Fair for all kinds of reasons. It might be the topsy-turvy rides. Or perhaps the Village of Yesteryear and the antique farm machinery. Often, though, the food is a major attraction. Maybe it’s the Ostrich Smashburger or the Politician Fries — full of fried […]

shows men bent over green plants, pulling peppers into baskets
Posted inPublic Health

With more farmers and food handlers testing positive for the coronavirus, consumers wonder if food is safe to eat.

by Aaliyah Bowden June 5, 2020June 17, 2020
Posted inInfectious Disease

How Not to Poison Your Family This Thanksgiving – Redux

by Rose Hoban November 22, 2018September 6, 2022
Shows a suburban neighborhood of upscale homes, each surrounded by water.
Posted inInfectious Disease

Keeping Safe After Florence

by Sarah Ovaska September 20, 2018September 16, 2022
plaate showing boiled peanuts
Posted inEnvironmental Health

Ramping Up Food Allergy Prevention

by Catherine Clabby August 15, 2017August 16, 2017
Posted inConsumer News, Featured, Nutrition, Public Health

Teaching Tailgaters to Test the Temp

by Rose Hoban November 21, 2016November 20, 2016

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