A food handler who scratches an infected pimple on his face, coughs or sneezes into his hand, or has a small unprotected cut on his hand may transmit _____ to foods if he practices poor personal hygiene habits.

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Staphylococcus aureus can be transmitted to foods through poor personal hygiene practices, such as touching infected areas on the skin or not properly covering cuts. This bacterium is commonly found on the skin and in the noses of healthy individuals and can contaminate food if proper hygiene is not maintained.

A Food Handler Who Scratches an Infected Pimple on His