The Ministry continued to monitor international food safety alerts and follow ongoing investigations into potential sources of contamination affecting fresh produce, particularly lettuce originating from central Mexico. In collaboration with the relevant regulatory authorities, the Ministry is also verifying the safety of food products available in UAE markets and taking preventive measures to ensure the highest food safety standards.

The Ministry encouraged the public to continue following safe food handling practices, including thoroughly washing fresh fruits and vegetables before consumption and purchasing food only from approved retail outlets, helping strengthen the UAE’s food safety system and protect public health.