The Illinois Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are recommending people take the following steps:
– Avoid buying bruised or damaged produce and discard any that appear spoiled.
– Thoroughly wash all produce under running water.
– Refrigerate within two hours any cut, peeled or cooked produce, otherwise discard.
– Keep produce separate from raw meats and seafood.
Wash cutting boards, dishes, utensils and counter tops with hot water and soap when switching among foods.
For additional information on food handling safety and food borne illness, please visit the IDPH website at www.idph.state.il.us.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Illinois Department of Public Health |
Phone 217-782-4977 | Fax 217-782-3987 | TTY 800-547-0466