Vegetables can be exposed to bacteria through soil or water.

Beef, poultry, eggs and raw milk all can carry Salmonella bacteria.

Campylobacter is the most common cause of food poisoning on the island of Ireland.

Many strains of E. coli are harmless to humans, but some can cause serious illness.

If you're having a BBQ remember to keep the hot food hot, the cold food cold, and make sure your meat is cooked to 75° Celsius.

Here are our tips to help you to keep your food safe when you’re on a picnic.  

Nobody wants to be laid up with food poisoning on holidays. 

Teach your kids handwashing the Rufus way - sing the song and get the sink poster, colouring sheets and character cut-outs.

Getting close to animals is great for children, as long as they know how to stay safe from bacteria.

What's the difference? Treat best before as a guideline and use by as a deadline.