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Food Safety Tips

People cannot get avian influenza from eating properly handled and cooked food.


  • Wash hands thoroughly before and after handling food.

  • Keep raw poultry and its juices separate from other foods.

  • Wash utensils and surfaces with hot, soapy water, including countertops and cutting boards.

  • Use a food thermometer to be sure poultry is cooked to an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celcius).