At any time of year, a slow cooker can make life a little more convenient because by planning ahead, you save time later.

ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Health is reminding all New Yorkers of the importance of safe food preparation ahead of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. The Department encourages ...

We use the kitchen sink for food preparation – rinsing produce, cleaning pots and pans, washing utensils that touch raw meat, and more. With these activities come the possibility for foodborne illness ...

To avoid mishaps when it comes to health, make sure you’re keeping food safety in mind for Thanksgiving cooking and throughout the holidays. Wash your hands frequently, keep an eye on potential ...

Don’t panic. An increase in food recalls doesn’t mean our food supply is less safe, experts say. Foods contaminated with bacteria such as E. coli, listeria, or salmonella can be harmful when ingested.

Many infant formula preparation devices do not produce water hot enough to kill harmful bacteria, according to a study by Swansea University scientists. Powdered infant formula (PIF) is reconstituted ...

Berks County is divided into three jurisdictions: Reading, Muhlenberg Township and the rest of the county. Reading and Muhlenberg Township have their own food safety inspectors and the rest of the ...