Good practices of food in homes in the city of Santa Maria-RS

The World Health Organization estimates that diseases caused by contaminated food are one of the most widespread health problems in the world. Nowadays, food prepared at home has a great influence on the occurrence of Foodborne Diseases (FTS) outbreaks, as a result of hygienic failures in food handling. In view of the above, this study aimed to develop and apply an educational program on good practices in food handling at home.