The following represents a compilation of the precautions recommended by FSIS and the US Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention. The general recommendations include:
Thoroughly cook raw food from animal sources to a safe internal temperature: ground beef 160ºF (71ºC); chicken 170ºF (77ºC); turkey 180ºF (82ºC); the following additional recommendations were made for individuals at high risk uch as pregnant women and those who are immunocompromised:
If you are fully vaccinated masking is optional in our offices; if you have not been vaccinated masking for your protection is strongly encouraged. This is subject to change as COVID levels fluctuate in our community