With the gorgeous weather of spring comes the arduous task of spring cleaning your closet, garage — and kitchen. Even if the room appears clean, there are hidden areas that carry potentially dangerous germs. In fact, more than 20 percent of foodborne illness cases happen from food that’s eaten at home, according to National Sanitation Foundation International. Keep yourself and your family safe by focusing on these five areas:
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