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Celebrate World Food Safety Day on June 7 by learning more about food safety and how to keep your food safe from contamination! This day was created in 2018 by the United Nations to draw attention to the importance of safe and nutritious food. The awareness that this day creates helps to ensure that everyone, everywhere has access to safe and healthy meals. From proper food storage techniques, to checking expiration dates, or preparing meals safely - there are many simple steps you can take to make sure your food stays safe and delicious. So join us in celebrating World Food Safety Day and get educated on how you can enjoy your meals with peace of mind!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Establishment of World Food Safety Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations General Assembly proclaims June 7 as World Food Safety Day to raise awareness about the importance of safe food.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Collaboration with WHO and FAO</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations collaborates with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to promote and implement food safety standards worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Global Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The inaugural global celebration of World Food Safety Day takes place, with a focus on the theme "Food Safety, Everyone's Business".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Food Safety Day during Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>The importance of food safety is highlighted even more during the COVID-19 pandemic, as proper handling and consumption of food becomes crucial for public health.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Addressing Food Safety in a Globalized World</div><div class='timeline-text'>The day continues to address the challenges of maintaining food safety in a rapidly globalizing world, working towards the goal of food security for all.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to learn about food safety practices. Research proper storage, cooking and handling techniques, and read up on the latest food safety news.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Check your kitchen</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Inspect your kitchen for any areas of concern regarding food safety. Ensure that your refrigerator and pantry are properly organized and that all surfaces are clean. Check expiration dates and dispose of any outdated items.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Cook safe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use separate cutting boards for raw meats, fish and vegetables. Thoroughly wash all utensils and surfaces with hot, soapy water after each use to prevent cross contamination.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat out safe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>When eating out, make sure to choose restaurants with a good reputation for food safety. Ask about the ingredients used in a dish before ordering, and make sure that it is cooked thoroughly.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread the word</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share your knowledge of food safety with others. Talk to friends and family about important topics like proper storage, cooking temperatures, and cross contamination prevention.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It increases awareness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Food Safety Day helps to raise awareness around the importance of safe food. People are reminded that unsafe food can have serious health implications, so it's important to always practice proper food hygiene and handling techniques when preparing and eating meals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps reduce hunger</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Safe food is essential for reducing hunger and malnutrition in developing countries. World Food Safety Day promotes proper food safety policies to help ensure that everyone has access to safe and nutritious meals, no matter where they live.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages collaboration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Food Safety Day encourages collaboration between different stakeholders, including farmers, governments, NGOs, and industry experts. By working together, we can take proactive steps towards ensuring countries have access to safe food.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Foodborne Illnesses Affect Significant Population</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the World Health Organization, every year, approximately one in ten people around the world become ill from eating contaminated food, and 420,000 die as a result, demonstrating the necessity for stringent food safety regulations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Impacts of Unsafe Food are Economical as well</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unsafe food creates a vicious cycle of disease and malnutrition, particularly affecting infants, young children, elderly and the sick. It also harms national economies by straining health care systems and harming national economies, tourism and trade.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Food Safety is Key for Sustainable Development</h3><p class='facts-content'>Food safety contributes to food security, human health, economic prosperity, agriculture, market access, tourism and sustainable development.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Urgent Need to Strengthen Food Safety Systems in Global Supply Chains</h3><p class='facts-content'>With globalization of supply chains and increasing vulnerability of food systems to identified threats and risks, the urgency to strengthen food safety systems in and between all countries has increased more than ever.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Safe Food Practices Can Further Goals of UN's 2030 Agenda</h3><p class='facts-content'>Safe Food practices directly support the achievement of several of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, making it a key contributing factor towards a better and healthier planet.</p></div></div>
World Food Safety Day is celebrated on June 7 every year. In 2024 World Food Safety Day will occur on a Friday.
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