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Fight BAC!® Secret Code Puzzle

This is BAC for bacteria. He is an invisible bad guy that can make you real sick. The more you learn about him . . . the easier it will be to keep him away. Use the BAC!®-detector code to uncover his secrets!

BAC! Detector Code

Decipher the Code:

1. BAC is like a funny joke. He loves to be passed along! YOU can stop him in his tracks if you...

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2. BAC loves to travel! A cutting board is like his very own bus stop. YOU can keep him from moving around if you...

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3. Do you like chilly weather? BAC sure doesn't! YOU can give BAC the cold shoulder if you...

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4. A food thermometer can be BAC's worst enemy! YOU can keep him away by using one to...

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Unlock the Four Messages:

Good job! You've gotten the inside scoop on how to Fight BAC!®

Now, take the secret letters that are marked 1 to 22 above, and place them in the numbered spots below. These are the four things you and your family can do to make sure BAC doesn't try to visit YOUR home!

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Way to go! BAC is no match for you now! 


* Distributed May 2002 for use in September 2002 as part of the International Food Safety Council's National Food Safety Education Month.

 
   

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