Food Safety Recalls: What You Need To Know
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Food recalls are necessary to protect the public from unsafe or contaminated food products and the diseases they may be carrying. It is important to stay informed about current recalls and to know what to do in case of a recall to protect yourself and your family. Learn about food safety recalls in this factsheet. |
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