Food safety a ‘major public health issue,’ says UF/IFAS professor ahead of first-ever World Food Safety Day
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Food safety a ‘major public health issue,’ says UF/IFAS professor ahead of first-ever World Food Safety Day

The World Health Organization estimates that each year, 600 million people suffer from an episode of foodborne disease, or one out of every 10 global citizens. To highlight the need for safe, accessible food worldwide, the United Nations General Council last year proclaimed June 7 as World Food Safety Day, with this Friday marking its first observance. Continue reading