Community Corner
AT RISK? HOW TO DEFEND YOURSELF FROM FOODBORNE ILLNESS
Foodborne illness is any illness you get from food that you eat. Senior adults, those who have had organ transplants or are on medication to suppress their immune system or have an existing disease are at a high risk for becoming sick from foodborne pathogens. Here are a few tips for when you are shopping: Select only perishable foods stored at the proper temperature in the store; don't buy perishable foods if stored in non-refrigerated cases; pick up refrigerated foods last and avoid packages that are torn, open or leaking. For more shopping tips call us at 770-528-4070. Please visit our website for upcoming classes at www.cobbextension.com. We look forward to hearing and helping.