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🍽️ Did you know? Nearly 1 in 10 people worldwide fall sick from contaminated food every year. That's an estimated 600 million illnesses and 420,000 deaths annually, according to WHO. Children under five carry a disproportionate share of this burden. On World Food Safety Day 2026, the theme "From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere" reminds us that food safety isn't just the responsibility of governments or food businesses—it's something that starts with all of us. ✅ Wash hands and surfaces. ✅ Keep raw and cooked foods separate. ✅ Cook food thoroughly. ✅ Store food at safe temperatures. ✅ Use safe water and quality ingredients. Our latest MedBound Times feature explores: 🔹 The global burden of foodborne diseases 🔹 Common foodborne infections and warning signs 🔹 WHO's Five Keys to Safer Food 🔹 Expert-backed prevention tips by Dr. Charmi Rajgor and Dr. Deepika Bishnoi 🔹 Why science and community awareness are critical for safer food systems Small habits can prevent serious illnesses and save lives. 🔗 Read the full article in the comments. By Arushi Roy #WorldFoodSafetyDay #FoodSafety #PublicHealth #PreventiveHealthcare #Nutrition Munish Kumar Raizada Jyoti Shukla Ritik Singh Himani Negi