New measures address safe handling of eggs
The Food and Drug Administration is proposing to require the following statements on labels of shell eggs that have not been treated to destroy Salmonella: “SAFE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS: Eggs may contain harmful bacteria known to cause serious illness, especially in children, the elderly, and persons with weakened immune systems. For your protection: keep eggs refrigerated; cook eggs until yolks are firm; and cook foods containing eggs thoroughly before ea…