Let's Talk Food Safety

Every meal should nourish, not jeopardize, your child’s health.
From packing school lunches and preparing after-school snacks to serving family dinners, food safety plays a vital role in protecting children’s well-being.
Because their immune systems are still developing, children are especially vulnerable to foodborne illnesses caused by common kitchen mistakes, such as undercooked meals, improperly stored leftovers and contaminated produce.
Children under age five are at greater risk for foodborne illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and many of these cases originate at home.
The good news? With the right knowledge and simple precautions, parents and caregivers can significantly reduce these risks. Practicing proper handwashing, avoiding cross-contamination and ensuring food is stored and prepared safely can help create a safer kitchen environment and healthier meals.
To support families across the Rio Grande Valley, South Texas Health System Children’s will highlight this important topic in an upcoming Let’s Talk Children’s Health webinar.
The virtual seminar will provide practical, easy-to-follow guidance on how to safely handle, prepare and store food at home, identify common kitchen risks and build safer meal routines, from school lunches to family dinners.
Together, these simple steps can help keep children safe, healthy and thriving one meal at a time.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. CST
Live on STHS’ Facebook Page