With the holy month of Ramadan coming up, however, the discussion surrounding food safety has risen, as there could be nothing more distressing than getting ill due to unhygienic standards at food outlets.
In an era where the world is grappling with the aftermath of a global pandemic, the significance of food safety has never been more pronounced. The COVID-19 crisis, which has brought economies to a standstill and claimed countless lives, serves as a stark reminder of the intricate relationship between human health and the safety of the food we consume. Beyond the immediate threats posed by pathogens like the coronavirus, there exists a myriad of other foodborne illnesses and contaminants that continually jeopardize public health and well-being.
The recent surge in pandemic outbreaks sheds light on the critical need for stringent food safety measures. Although food safety is one of those things we do not consider as we sit down at a restaurant or at a cafe’, the ease comes as there is a Governing body ensuring that food outlets are catering to specific standards in order to ensure the food we eat in not contaminated and good for our health. In a situation where even the smallest contamination goes undetected, it could cause the break-out of viral infections as well as stomach bugs that would be distressing on the person who consumes the food.
Food safety often becomes a topic of discussion during months where big meals are prepared for groups - an instance where food safety standards often go un-inspected. With the holy month of Ramadan coming up, however, the discussion surrounding food safety has risen, as there could be nothing more distressing than getting ill due to unhygienic standards at food outlets.
With this, the Health Protection Agency (HPA) has announced that they will be conducting an inspection in the Greater Male’ Area (Hulhumale’, Villimale’ and Male’ City) to ensure that food outlets are adhering to the safety standards set in the Maldives by the agency. The inspections will be carried out on the 18th of February through a collaborative effort between the Housing Development Corporation (HDC), HPA, Male’ City Council, the Hulhumale’ Hospital and other relevant bodies.
