Central Montana Health District News
Look here for information and news links regarding public and environmental health events in the Central Montana Health District's six counties: Fergus, Golden Valley, Judith Basin, Musselshell, Petroleum and Wheatland.
Featured Article:
Cook it Safe! Microwave or Oven?
Many Americans' freezers are stocked with fast, tasty convenience foods. While the shortest distance between the freezer and the table may be the microwave, not all convenience foods can be safely prepared in the microwave. Challenge yourself to Cook It Safe!
Some frozen products may appear to be fully cooked but actually contain raw, uncooked ingredients. Some convenience foods are shaped irregularly and vary in thickness, creating opportunities for uneven cooking in a microwave oven. It's important to follow all package instructions, including using the appliance recommended.
You can also find a brochure about convenience food preparation here.
Reprinted with permission from the Partnership for Food Safety Education
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Environmental Health:
July-September 2011: Flood Response Information
Food News:
March 2012: Food Safe Families Action Pledge
March 2012: Don't Depend on Luck for Food Safety
June 2011: CMHD serves up food safety, permits for summer events; CMHD food safety tips
March 2011: USDA Provides Emergency Food Safety Tips
March 2011: Canada Watermelon Jelly Linked to Botulism
November 2010: CMHD offers preparation, serving safety tips for fall food events
August 2010: Animals prohibited in food service establishments
July 2010: CMHD serves up food permits for summer events
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