Health Department Pushs Safe Food Prep For Chirstmas

A South Dakota health official is reminding everyone to be safe when it comes to food preparation during the Christmas holiday season…..

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State epidemiologist Dr. Lon Kightlinger says it starts with thorough hand washing….

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 And be sure to cook all foods to their proper temperature…..

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 Once you’re finished serving Kightlinger recommends…. 

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And be especially careful when preparing food for children, pregnant women, and older adults.