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New Research Shows Irradiation Almost Erases Risk of Food Poisoning

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By Steven Reinberg
EmpowHer's HealthDay Reporter

THURSDAY, April 10 (HealthDay News) -- Washing fresh fruits and vegetables can reduce the risk of food poisoning, but only irradiation kills almost all disease-causing bacteria, new research shows.


     
     
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Foodborne Illnesses Remain Constant in U.S.

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By Steven Reinberg
EmpowHer's HealthDay Reporter

THURSDAY, April 10 (HealthDay News) -- After declining for several years, reports of foodborne illnesses have remained constant in the United States since 2004, federal health officials said Thursday.