Canada has stopped certain live animals from entering the country from Texas following New World screwworm detections—but beef sold in grocery stores and restaurants is not included in the restriction. Reports that Canada has “banned Texas beef” are spreading online, […]
Food Safety
Why Rinsing and Stuffing your Turkey is Risky Business
Thanksgiving Food Safety Tips With the Thanksgiving holiday upon us, Harris County Public Health (HCPH) would like to remind residents of safe food preparation practices. Some families may be thinking about rinsing our turkeys and putting stuffing in them, but […]



