All this week we’ll take a closer look at ways to ensure you’re serving a meal this holiday season that reduces the risk of foodborne illnesses.

Meredith Carothers is a food safety specialist for the USDA.

She says if consumers have any questions about food safety during food prep, they can reach out to the Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-MPHotline

AUDIO: Healthy Living on safely preparing your holiday meals

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