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- Microbiological characterization of food handlers in school canteensPublication . Gomes, Diana; Moreira, Teresa; Mota, Marlene; Rodrigues, Cecília; Araújo, António; Amorim, ManuelaFood-borne substances are a major concern of Public Health, given that food can be the source of various hazards (biological, physical and chemical). Approximately 20% of outbreaks of foodborne illness are associated with the personal hygiene of food handlers. The personal hygiene of manipulators is one of the best ways to block bacterial contamination and its extension to new areas. To evaluate the microbiological profile of the hands of food handlers in school canteens of the northern region of Portugal during 2016 and to verify the efficiency of the hygiene processes.
- Microbiological evaluation of hotel units swimming poolsPublication . Assembleia, Diana; Moreira, Teresa; Araújo, António; Rodrigues, Cecília; Mota, Sandra; Amorim, ManuelaSwimming pools are currently operated by public and private entities for the development of sports, recreational and therapeutic activities. For this reason, it is essential to guarantee the chemical and microbiological quality of the pool water, since they may be the origin of several pathologies. The present research aimed to analyse data from the microbiological evaluation of indoor and outdoor swimming pool waters of Hotel Units of Mainland Portugal and Madeira in the year 2016, in order to verify the water quality.