ARE EGGS SAFE FOR CONSUMPTION?

Yes, as long the as the eggs have ungergo proper cooking. This is because proper and appropriate heat treatment will inactivate the virus present inside the egg. Eggs from areas with outbreaks in poultry should not be consumed raw or partially cooked (runny yolk). Pasteurization or cooking of eggs will also significantly decrease the potential for transmission of other infections.
There are 5 important keys to prevent foodborne diseases:
1.Keep the food clean
2.Separate raw and cooked food
3.Cook the food thoroughly
4.Keep the food at safe temperatures
5.Use safe water and raw materials

Up to now, there are no scientific evidence to prove that the consumption of proper handled poultry or eggs will elict the onset on Avian flu in humans. People who have been contacted with Avian flu is due to direct contact with either the secretion and excretion matter of infected poultry or the poultry itself.

***TIPS FOR COOKING EGGS***

1.Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds before and after handling raw poultry and eggs.
2.Clean cutting boards and other utensils with soap and hot water to keep raw poultry from contaminating other foods.
3.Use a food thermometer to make sure you cook poultry to a temperature of at least 74 degree Celsius. Consumers may wish to cook poultry to a higher temperature for personal preference.
4.Cook eggs until whites and yolks are firm.

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