Giant African land snails originally came from west-central Africa. They arrived in other parts of the world by hitch-hiking on potted plants, according to University of Florida Professor and Nuisance Wildlife Management Expert, Dr William Kern.
Monsoon brings moisture that stimulates bacterial and microbial growth and keeping the food dry during this season is of utmost importance to decrease the risk of food-borne diseases.
Columbia University microbiologist Dr. Susan Whittier told Inside Edition cross contamination is a major problem. And the bottom line is, restaurant employees need to do a better job washing their hands.