www.FoodSafety.gov: Gateway to Government Food Safety Information
www.FoodSafety.gov is an objective of the President's National Food Safety Initiative designed to assist consumers to find government information on food safety. The goal of the Food Safety Initiative details...
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
An Ounce of Prevention Keeps the Germs Away
A public education program about simple health behaviors that can help prevent infectious diseases. This web site highlights some simple things you and your family can do to prevent getting infectious details...
National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
Bacteria and Foodborne Illness
Describes the causes, common sources, symptoms, risk factors, complications, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of foodborne illness. details...
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health |
Bad Bug Book -- Foodborne Pathogenic Microorganisms and Natural Toxins
The Bad Bug Book is a comprehensive reference site for the full range of foodborne pathogens including pathenogenic bacteria such as salmonella, campylobacter, and vibrio; the enterovirulent escherich details...
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
Brainerd Diarrhea
This online mini fact sheet provides basic information on brainerd diarrhea, a gastrointestinal disorder. The fact sheet includes information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. A list of refere details...
National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
Can You Solve the Mixed-up Microbe Mystery?
You can become a disease detectives and solve the case of the "dragon that caused diarrhea". Gather the facts, solve the mystery and learn what caused these children to get sick. details...
American Museum of Natural History |
Consumer Advice: Meat and Poultry
Ground meat and ground poultry are more perishable than most foods. Improper handling and preparation can lead to bacterial food poisoning. This publication offers tips for handling and cooking groun details...
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
FAQ - About Listeriosis
Answers to frequently asked questions about this foodborne disorder that affects primarily pregnant women, newborns, and adults with weakened immune systems. Includes information on diagnosis, prevent details...
National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
Federal/State Food Programs (FDA Prime Connection References)
FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition provides information about retail food protection, milk safety, and seafood safety. The site contains model national codes, FDA interpretive guidance details...
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
Fight BAC! Campaign
Also available in: Spanish
This national public education campaign is sponsored by a public-private partnership of industry, government and consumer groups. The goal is to educate consumers on the problem of foodborne illness a details...
Partnership for Food Safety Education |