Keeping It Kleen Revolution Occupies Columbus

    CONKLIN, NY, November 06, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Many of us never stop to wonder how clean our kitchen really is, and rarely do we notice the unsanitary habits we have been accustomed to. The Keeping It Kleen campaign is coming to Columbus, Ohio, and bringing with it everything you need to know about food safety awareness. After establishing their presence in the city, Keeping It Kleen will provide helpful hints, as well as tools and products that will help Ohioans decrease the number of food borne illnesses they are exposed to on a regular basis.

According to a Department of Consumer Science at Ohio State University study in 2009, "the estimated annual expected economic cost of food borne illnesses [is] between $1.0 and $7.1 billion, which translates into a per-Ohio resident cost of $91 to $624." The high numbers could partially be due to the fact that Columbus has one of the most highly-marketed restaurant industries in the United States. However, 80 percent of the 76 million cases of food borne illness are believed to be caused at home, making it a central point for Keeping It Kleen.

"We love the spirit and energy in Columbus and know it will be a great place to come and share our message," said Julie Lovelass, Director of Operations. Keeping It Kleen will host a flash mob at the Ohio State University vs. Indiana University football game on November 5 as their kickoff Columbus event. Keeping It Kleen is also taking things one step further for college students, premiering their Grossest Dorm Room contest, giving students a chance to win $500 worth of prizes, maid service, and free pizza. Keeping It Kleen plans upcoming holiday visits at events in Columbus, sharing food safety information important to know for the holiday season.

About Keeping It Kleen
Keeping It Kleen is a public awareness campaign launched in August 2011. The campaign spreads awareness regarding food safety preparation and proper kitchen sanitation by targeting common, unsanitary habits of the general public, and providing clear and useful advice on alternative methods that prevent the spread of bacteria and food borne illnesses.

Contact:
Julie Lovelass
[email protected]

Website: http://www.keepingitkleen.com

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