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SignFSIS video-casts in American Sign Language featuring text-captioning are designed to inform deaf and hard-of-hearing consumers about foodborne illness and raise the level of awareness of the dangers associated with improper handling and undercooking of food.
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Our Food Safety at Home podcasts also provide consumers with advice and up to date information on how to prevent foodborne illness.

food recall icon What is a Food Recall? (4:30; WMV)
FSIS provides valuable information about recalls of meat, poultry or processed egg products.
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thermometer in pork chops Use of Thermometers (5:18; WMV)
Learn how to use food thermometers to make sure your food is cooked to a safe minimum internal temperature.
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picnic table Super Bowl Food Safety (6:47; WMV)
Avoid food safety penalties at your Super Bowl gathering. FSIS lays out the game plan to lower the risk you or your guests get sidelined by a foodborne illness.
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slow cooker Slow Cookers (5:33; WMV)
Planning ahead and using a slow cooker not only saves you time in the long run, it also saves you money since it takes less electricity to use a slow cooker rather than an oven.
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Egg Nog Eggnog and Food Safety (4:10; WMV)
Eggnog is a delicious part of the holidays. These tips will keep you food safe when buying and preparing this traditional beverage.
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Salmonella bacteria Salmonella (4:11; WMV)
Salmonella bacteria are the most frequently reported cause of foodborne illness. Safe food handling techniques can prevent illness from Salmonella and other foodborne bacteria.
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Cartoon drawing of a safely-wrapped package of food, with wings Mail Order Food Safety (6:44; WMV)
Food safety is a consideration when ordering food for yourself or as a gift. These tips will help both purchaser and recipient determine if perishable foods sent by mail have been handled properly.
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Roast turkey and trimmings on serving platter Let's Talk Turkey (6:55; WMV)
A consumer guide to a safe holiday meal – Buying fresh vs. frozen, safe thawing, stuffing, roasting, storing leftover turkey and reheating leftovers
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food safety for college students Food Safety For College Students (8:31; WMV)
This video offers tips on how you, your friends or roommates can protect yourselves from foodborne illness.
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tailgating Tailgating Food Safety (7:38; WMV)
This video shows you everything you need to know to be food safe and avoid foodborne illness when having a tailgating event.
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storm blown palm trees Food Safety During a Power Outage (4:08; WMV)
This video provides helpful tips on what you can do to keep your food safe during a power outage.
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Be Food Safe Be Food Safe (4:21; WMV)
This video provides information on the simple steps you can take to prevent foodborne illness at home.
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stovetop cooking E. coli 0157:H7 (3:45; WMV)
This video provides information on food safety measures you can take to protect yourself, your loved ones and friends from contracting E. coli 0157:H7.
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grocery cart Storing Food (4:40; WMV)
How do you safely store and transport food? This video provides important advice for consumers when transporting and storing meat, poultry and perishable foods.
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Is it Done Yet Is It Done Yet? (3:52; WMV)
You can't tell by looking. Use a food thermometer to be sure. This video provides information on how to use a food thermometer and recommended internal temperatures to safely prepare foods.
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cooking for groups Cooking for Groups (3:49; WMV)
This video provides important information to individuals who prepare and serve food safely for large groups such as family reunions, church dinners, and community gatherings.

 

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Last Modified: February 17, 2009

 

 

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