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Tag: food poisoning
Trash It or Eat It? The Truth About Expiration Dates
Debating if you should pitch it or eat it? Our dietitian offers some tips about food “best by” dates for helping you decide.
Food Poisoning: How Long It Lasts + What to Do When You’ve Eaten Something Bad
Our digestive disease specialist answers frequently asked questions about foodborne illness.
How Do You Know If Your Upset Stomach Is Really Food Poisoning (or Something Else)?
Find the answers to questions that pique your curiosity in our series “The Short Answer.” Gastroenterologist Christine Lee, MD, explains how to detect food poisoning.
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How to Stay Safe From Salmonella Poisoning
An antibiotic-resistant strain of salmonella has found its way into the food supply and is making people sick. Take these food safety precautions to avoid salmonella linked to raw chicken products.
How to Cut Your Risk of E.Coli Poisoning
If you have ever have a stomach ache that makes you wonder about food poisoning, pay attention to how long symptoms last. Poisoning from Escherichia coli — better known as E. coli bacteria — often mirrors a viral infection, but many times is more severe and persists longer.
Are Your Burgers, Steaks and Meats Cooked Safely?
Grilling out? Are you sure your burgers are really cooked safely? Our dietitian weighs in.
How You Can Keep At-Home Canning Safe and Avoid Botulism
Canning your own is a great, and healthy idea, if you know what you’re doing. Here are pointers for avoiding botulism.
Do You Know When to Visit the Hospital for Vomiting?
Vomiting can be tied to different conditions that may pass on their own. In other cases, you may need a trip to the emergency room for intravenous fluids. Know when to worry and when to go to the doctor.
Listeria 101: What You Need to Know
Listeria is the third leading cause of death from food poisoning, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). An estimated 1,600 people get listeriosis each year, and about 260 die.
