Irish agencies repeat don’t wash raw chicken message
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has used the backdrop of World Food Safety Day to remind people never to wash raw chicken.
FSAI and Safe Food, a group that promotes awareness and knowledge of food safety and nutrition on the island of Ireland, said washing raw chicken can spread food poisoning bacteria up to an arm’s length from the sink, which could cause people to get sick.
Campylobacter is a bacteria found in raw chicken. It is the most common cause of bacterial food poisoning in Ireland. In 2018, there were more than 3,000 notified cases in the Republic of Ireland, an increase of more than 8 percent from 2017.
The second World Food Safety Day on June 7 is led ...
Why do we have to raise airplane window blinds before landing?
If you're a frequent flyer, you've probably heard a cabin crew member say this: “Before landing, please ensure that your window blinds are raised…” But why is it necessary? Aviation expert John Walton explains.
Why are we asked to raise airplane window shades?
It’s not just to give you a better view out of the window on landing, although that’s a side benefit.
As with many of the things we must do on flights, it’s for safety.
Opening that blind is a good plan for a combination of reasons. First of all, it’ll give your eyes time to adjust to the ...