After cutting raw meats, wash hands, cutting board, knife, and counter tops with hot, soapy water. Marinate meat and poultry in a covered dish in the refrigerator. Allows slow, safe thawing. Make sure thawing juices do not drip on other foods. Cook meat and poultry immediately after microwave thawing.
Safe cooking Use a meat thermometer.
Bacteria that cause food poisoning grow rapidly at room temperature. Use cooked leftovers within 4 days. After visiting your doctor or the Emergency Department, follow any specific directions and take any medications prescribed exactly as directed. Continue to drink extra fluids until the diarrhea stops completely. You may need to miss 1-2 days of work or school to let your body recover.