World Food Safety Day 2023: Know its significance, importance and theme of the day

World Food Safety Day 2023: World Food Safety Day is celebrated every year on June 7, and it is supported by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The aim is to focus on making sure that the food produced, handled, and eaten is safe. 

The main goal of World Food Safety Day is to raise awareness about the risks of getting sick from contaminated food and to encourage actions to prevent it. It is said that each year, around 600 million people worldwide get sick from eating unsafe food, and about 420,000 people die as a result. These numbers show why it's crucial to take food safety seriously and take steps to protect public health.

World Food Safety Day aims to bring together governments, companies, and individuals to improve food safety standards. It's a complex issue that requires cooperation from various groups like farmers, food producers, regulators, consumers, and public health organizations. By working together, we can make a difference and ensure safer food for everyone.

In the meantime, consumers play a significant role in ensuring food safety. People can protect themselves and their families from foodborne illnesses by making informed choices, practicing good food hygiene, and handling and storing food properly. Education and awareness initiatives are essential to empower individuals to make healthy eating decisions and take necessary precautions in their everyday lives. These initiatives are especially important for disadvantaged populations who may face additional challenges.

The theme for World Food Safety Day 2023 is 'Food Standards Save Lives' which aims to increase understanding of how food standards play a crucial role in ensuring consumer safety and supporting fair trade of food. 

- PTC PUNJABI