Food Safety and Inspection Service United States Department of Agriculture Washington, D.C. 20250-3700

Media Advisory

Congressional and Public Affairs
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Matt Baun

Media Advisory:
FOOD SAFETY DURING THE SUMMER BBQ SEASON
Tips On How You Can Keep the Summer Fun and Safe

 WASHINGTON, May 17, 2002 – U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Food Safety Dr. Elsa A. Murano will discuss and demonstrate basic food safety tips so consumers can protect themselves from foodborne illness druring the summer barbecue season.

WHO:

Elsa A. Murano, Under Secretary of Agriculture

Food Safety

Eric M. Bost, Under Secretary of Agriculture

Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services

WHAT:          

Food Safety and the Summer Grilling Season: Keep the Summer Safe and Fun – Protecting Your Friends and Family From Foodborne Illness.

WHEN:

2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 22

WHERE:

Eugenio Maria De Hostos/
Wynwood Neighborhood Center
2902 NW 2nd Ave.,
Miami, Fl 33127

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For Further Information, Contact:
FSIS Congressional and Public Affairs Staff
Phone: (202) 720-9113
Fax: (202) 690-0460

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