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By Mark Lieber, CNN

Updated 1540 GMT (2340 HKT) June 13, 2018

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Undercooked poultry is a main source of food poisoning, as bacteria -- such as campylobacter -- thrive if not killed by the high temperatures of cooking throughout the meat.
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Undercooked poultry is a main source of food poisoning, as bacteria -- such as campylobacter -- thrive if not killed by the high temperatures of cooking throughout the meat.
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The best way to avoid illness is to wash your hands and kitchen surfaces regularly, and cook all poultry thoroughly.
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The best way to avoid illness is to wash your hands and kitchen surfaces regularly, and cook all poultry thoroughly.
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It's best not to leave tasty meals out too long, because harmful bacteria flourish at room temperature.
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It's best not to leave tasty meals out too long, because harmful bacteria flourish at room temperature.
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Chickens in the UK are now vaccinated against salmonella, a dangerous bacteria that can be found in raw poultry.
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Chickens in the UK are now vaccinated against salmonella, a dangerous bacteria that can be found in raw poultry.
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Mince meat can also become a breeding ground of bacteria. When the meat is all mixed together, any germs on the surface can spread deep within the products.
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Mince meat can also become a breeding ground of bacteria. When the meat is all mixed together, any germs on the surface can spread deep within the products.
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The uncontrollable heat and flames of a barbecue sometimes lead to uncooked burgers; always make sure they are well-done to avoid an upset stomach.
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The uncontrollable heat and flames of a barbecue sometimes lead to uncooked burgers; always make sure they are well-done to avoid an upset stomach.
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Steaks, on the other hand, stay contaminated mainly on the outside, so as long as the exterior is cooked, the meat within should be safe to eat.
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Steaks, on the other hand, stay contaminated mainly on the outside, so as long as the exterior is cooked, the meat within should be safe to eat.
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