Hey there! Do you ever think about where your food comes from and how it gets to your plate? 🍽️ It’s important because sometimes, tiny germs called pathogens can sneak into our food and make people sick. 🤒
In the United States, experts say that millions of people get sick from foodborne illnesses every year. 😲 That’s a lot! These illnesses can cause tummy aches, fevers, and sometimes even more serious problems.
But don’t worry! There are special groups of people who work hard to keep our food safe. Agencies like the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) check the food we eat to make sure it’s okay. 🕵️♀️
However, some experts are concerned that if these agencies don’t have enough people or resources, they might miss signs of bad germs in our food. This could mean more people getting sick. 🚫🦠
So, it’s important that we support these agencies so they can keep doing their job and keep us all safe and healthy! 😊👍
Reference(s):
Experts fear strain on public health as Trump admin shrinks gov't
cgtn.com
