Washington State health inspectors exclude high-risk foods during inspections, citing 27 food-borne illnesses linked to oysters.
Washington State health inspectors avoid certain high-risk foods (raw oysters, undercooked burgers, eggs in Eggs Benedict dishes, bean sprouts) during inspections to minimize risk of salmonella & other bacteria. 27 of 37 food-borne illnesses in Washington were linked to oysters, highlighting the need for caution. King County's food rating card system, providing transparency to consumers, could be adopted by other counties.
August 25, 2024
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