The Food Safety Wing, Department of Health & Family Welfare observed the 6th World Food Safety Day was commemorated on 7th June, 2024, at Government High School, PWD Colony, Kohima under the theme “Food Safety: Prepare for the Unexpected”. The awareness program was chaired by Dr. John Kemp, State Program Officer (Food Safety), informed DIPR.

Dr. Akuo Sorhie, Mission Director (National Health Mission) graced the program as the Special Guest. She emphasized that food safety is a critical issue regardless of age and that consumption of unsafe food results in food borne illness and long term diseases like cancer which is a Global concern. She also stressed on maintaining a healthy hygiene which is not only the responsibility of both food business operators and consumers.

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Dr Sorhie asserted that with the advancement of technology and mass production of unseasonal fruits and vegetables there is the presence of adulterated food in the market and that one should be vigilant of it. She also stated that students can act as a great tool in generating safe practices of food in the community and within the family.

With the variety of food products in the market, Dr Akuo requested all to always check the details on the labelling like manufacture date, best before, ingredients (in order for one to avoid any allergic reaction), veg/non-veg logo etc. to know what one is consuming and maintain a good health.