New Zealand Food Safety shares food safety tips

New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) is emphasizing the importance of food safety practices for Kiwis during the summer, with deputy director-general Vincent Arbuckle highlighting the prevalence of foodborne illnesses originating in the home. Key tips include hand washing, safe handling of raw chicken, thorough cooking of meat, and proper storage of food while on the go. Campylobacter is the most reported cause of foodborne illness in New Zealand, but rates have decreased significantly since 2006 due to industry efforts and consumer awareness. Arbuckle stresses the importance of food safety when cooking for vulnerable groups like the elderly, pregnant women, children, and immune-compromised individuals.

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