CDC: Don’t Wash Your Chicken, It Will Splatter Germs on Other Food and Utensils

CDC: Don’t Wash Your Chicken, It Will Splatter Germs on Other Food and Utensils
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Health authorities are warning consumers again of the announced risks of washing raw chicken.

The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) wrote on Twitter on April 26 that washing poultry could spread hazardous bacteria around to other foods, utensils, and kitchen items. The statement was followed by a guideline that is aimed to help eliminate the chances of food poisoning.