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Kathy Birkett

@DetFoodsafe

Detective Foodsafe on the case to protect you and your family from becoming victims of food poisoning!

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Joined April 2017
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@USDAFoodSafetyApr 1
🚨FSIS Issues Public Health Alert For Frozen, Dinosaur-Shaped, Ready-To-Eat Chicken Nuggets Due To Traces Of Lead fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts…
Precision matters. Overcook it, and Easter dinner's a disaster. Undercook it, and you risk foodborne illness. Play it safe and save this guide! fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/sa…
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eatrightPRO@eatrightPROMar 31
Replying to @FeedingAmerica
Thank you for celebrating nutrition and dietetic professionals with us for #NationalNutritionMonth and ensuring they have #ASeatAtEveryTable!
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Two ways to thaw, safe and sound – fridge or cold water, don’t mess around! #ThanksgivingFoodSafety 🦃 bit.ly/3NT9w6o
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A multistate outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O121:H19 infections linked to organic carrots has sickened 39 people, resulting in 15 hospitalizations and one death. 👉 MORE: brnw.ch/21wONfB #foodsafety #foodindustry #foodborneillness #ecoli
Death Reported in E. coli Outbreak Linked to Nationally Distributed Organic Carrots

ALT Death Reported in E. coli Outbreak Linked to Nationally Distributed Organic Carrots

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WOW!! Who knew?
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🦃 Answer: The right tools to prepare your turkey safely! Learn more: bit.ly/3UTwZs8
A cooked turkey on a cooking tray with text, "What's the secret to a successful Thanksgiving?"

ALT A cooked turkey on a cooking tray with text, "What's the secret to a successful Thanksgiving?"

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Food Safety during potlucks! #fall #autumn #friendsgiving #food #foodsafety
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#FDA recently released a factsheet on the 2022 #FoodCode definition and requirements for “in-shell product,” which is a sub-category of molluscan #shellfish that requires special parameters for safe handling. 👉 MORE: brnw.ch/21wEl5T #foodsafety #foodindustry #seafood
FDA Clarifies “In-Shell Product” Definition and Requirements for Shellfish per 2022 Food Code

ALT FDA Clarifies “In-Shell Product” Definition and Requirements for Shellfish per 2022 Food Code

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ServSafe@ServSafe10 Nov 2023
Question: can I wear fake eyelashes? Answers: ServSafe recommends that employees do not wear false eyelashes when handling food because they fall off into the food and become a physical hazard. #FoodSafetyTip
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Symptoms of foodborne illness could develop a whole week after eating a contaminated product. Know the signs. Follow the steps! Head over to → fsis.usda.gov/food-safety/fo… #FoodSafety
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A10: If you love eggnog but are #dairyfree, you must try velvety-smooth @LoveMySilk Nog. It’s the perfect soymilk alternative to get your eggnog fix! bit.ly/2YNd2t5 #vegan #HolidayHacks
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The 1st step to safe food is to CLEAN: ▶ Wash hands for at least 20 seconds with soap & water ▶ Clean counters, utensils & cutting boards with warm soapy water – then sanitize! #FoodSafety
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#worldkindnessday Spread the KIND! ⁦@KINDSnacks⁩
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Cooking a frozen turkey for #Thanksgiving this year? Don’t forget to plan time for it to thaw! Allow 24 hours for every 4-5 pounds.
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Congratulations to the Partnership for Food Safety Education for 25 years of service for #foodsafety!
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#ValentinesDay is almost here! Use these ideas to help your child celebrate with nutritious, themed meals and snacks. 💞💓💖 #kidseatright sm.eatright.org/candyfreevda…
9 Candy-Free Ideas for Valentine's Day

9 Candy-Free Ideas for Valentine's Day

Think outside the heart-shaped box and use Valentine's Day classroom parties as a time to learn about healthy snacking with treats that feature dairy, whole grains and fruits and vegetables.

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Canning your garden bounty? #foodsafety
Fight BAC! (@FightBAC) profile pictureFight BAC!@FightBAC2 Jul 2021
Do you enjoy canning? Join the discussion on home food preservation with expert Dr. Elizabeth L. Andress on Wed., July 14 at 2 p.m. EST. Register here: fightbac.org/events #canning #foodsafety @EAndress2021
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Friday Freebie! The first 40 people to reply with their name and email will get a chance to preview and review my book! Sign up now and receive a free review copy of the book before it’s available for sale!” 🫐🍎🍑🍤🥗🫑🥒🥦🫐🍎🍑🍤🥗🫑🥒🥦 #healthyeating #cookbook #recipes
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#COVID19 & flu are both contagious respiratory illnesses that can have similar symptoms, but they are caused by different viruses. Use this chart to learn some of the similarities and differences. For more info on COVID-19 & flu, visit: bit.ly/2LxknGF.
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