Meat Safety

I am very particular when it comes to meat and you should be too.  I got my husband this meat thermometer for Christmas.  It's a little more expensive than your average, but it gets the temperature instantly.   I do encourage anyone who cooks with meat to get a thermometer.  They can range from $15.00 - $100.00.  Worth the investment!  I have a temperature chart I keep in my kitchen.   You can get one from USDA website:
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/is_it_done_yet/brochure_text/index.asp