August 16, 2025

Perception of street food vendors toward healthy food handling practices in capital city of Eastern India.

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Street food vendors have adequate knowledge about food safety, yet 31.5% do not use personal protective equipment, highlighting a significant safety risk.
Despite 64% of vendors being aware of foodborne disease vaccines, only 53% recognize health risks from poor food handling, showing a gap in practice.
Analysis involved 214 street food vendors from Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation, using a semi-structured questionnaire and observational checklist.
Barriers to hygiene include lack of awareness (53%), financial constraints (29%), and lack of training (28%), impacting food safety practices.

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Descriptive cross-sectional study evaluates hygiene practices in street food vendors, indicating gaps in safe food handling.

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