Turkey help!

Lots of people are gearing up to cook a huge meal this week. Do you have a question about food safety and would like some knowledgeable help? They are even available on Thanksgiving Day!

You may speak with a food safety specialist — in English or Spanish — from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern time on weekdays year round. The Hotline is closed on Federal government holidays, with the exception of Thanksgiving Day. Hours of operation on Thanksgiving are 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Eastern Time. Dial the nationwide toll-free number, 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854). The toll-free number for the hearing impaired (TTY) is 1-800-256-7072.

See facts sheets, a "virtual representative" and more at their Web site: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Food_Safety_Education/usda_meat_&_poultry_hotline/