Biography

“Foodborne illness touches each of us. It can happen anywhere, to anyone, and from foods we might not expect.  Just by following some simple steps, you can drastically reduce their risk of getting sick from the food you eat. When you cook, wash your hands and surfaces often, separate raw meats from produce, cook meats well, and refrigerate leftovers quickly.”

Robert V. Tauxe, MD, MPH - Deputy Director, Division of Foodborne, Waterborne and Environmental Diseases, NCEZID