Planning to have a big cookout or BBQ this weekend?
Have a food thermometer available and know your safe internal temperatures! fda.gov/food/buy-store…

Attention, parents!
Cronobacter is not to be taken lightly. This germ, present in powdered infant formula & other dry foods, can lead to severe infections in infants. Stay informed, protect your little ones from potential dangers of sepsis & meningitis. fda.gov/food/buy-store…

DYK Many older adults do not get the recommended amounts of dietary fiber, vitamin D, calcium, & potassium. The Nutrition Facts label can help older adults and caregivers make informed food choices.
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#olderamericansmonth #nutrition

Heading to a picnic or barbecue for #MemorialDay ? Don't forget about food safety! Stay safe with these easy-to-follow tips for handling food outdoors.
#WashYourHands
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When #power outages happen, keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible. The refrigerator will keep food cold for about 4 hrs, a full freezer approximately 48 hrs (24 hrs if half full) if the doors remain closed. More food safety tips: fda.gov/food/buy-store…

May is High Blood Pressure Education Month! Take charge of your health by using the Nutrition Facts label to find low sodium foods. Look for the % Daily Value and serving size.

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Today, we announced we will host a listening session in June as part of broader work to optimize the use of, and processes for, advisory committees. fda.gov/news-events/pr…

Did you know? A strong immune system helps fight off infections, but as we age, it might not work as well. If you're older, it's important to be careful about what you eat to reduce the risk of foodborne illness.
#OlderAmericansMonth
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🔜Only 10 days to join #VQIP for FY25!
Eligibility criteria? User fee details? Application process?
Get ahead with VQIP and enjoy faster entry and limited examination for your #foodimports . Find out more today! fda.gov/food/importing…

FDA is providing testing results from our sample survey of retail dairy products that were found to be negative for viable Highly Pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza virus. fda.gov/food/alerts-ad…

#HIRINGNOW
The Office of Regulatory Affairs (ORA) is #Hiring ! Learn more about these positions and #ApplyToday !
🔎Senior Investigator III (Foreign): fda.gov/media/178776/d…
🔎Senior Investigator II: fda.gov/media/178777/d…
#FDA #FDA Jobs #Jobs

Raw milk can carry dangerous bacteria 🦠- Salmonella, E. coli, Listeria, Campylobacter - that cause foodborne illness aka food poisoning 🤮Get the facts on raw milk vs. pasteurized milk 🥛
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In Louisiana milk and dairy is a family business where most farmers are 2nd- or 3rd-generation dairymen (and -women) LaDeptAg&Forestry & facebook.com/LaAgandForestr…
#Milk100 fda.gov/milk100

Are you in Chicago at the #2024RestaurantShow ? So are we!
Stop by booth #8324 👋🏼Check out the FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition's useful, free info! National Restaurant Association Show #Nutrition #Allergies

National Women’s Health Week is a reminder to prioritize self-care. Start by mastering the art of reading the Nutrition Facts label to pick out foods right for you and your family’s health. #NWHW

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Celebrating #WorldBakingDay ? Don't forget that bacteria🦠can be lurking in uncooked #flour . Cooking is the only way to be sure that foods made with flour and raw eggs are safe.
Handle flour wisely by following these #foodsafety steps. fda.gov/food/buy-store…

Do you or someone you know have food allergies? You're not alone. Reading the food label can help reduce your risk of getting sick.
Learn how during #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek
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Knowing what's in your food is part of building healthy habits. Become a label-reading pro this National Women’s Health Week! #NWHW fda.gov/food/nutrition…

I enjoyed spending time at FDLI this year once again. In today’s fireside chat, I talked about FDA’s priorities, the amazing advance of technology that requires us to continue to evolve at FDA and our many efforts to help improve public health.

Eating well is essential for women's health. #WomensHealthWeek
Take a step towards better nutrition by learning how to understand the Nutrition Facts label:

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