Because of the current outbreak of E-coli from spinach, this article seemed to be very timely. Nubella.com offers these tips to avoid infection from food-borne bacteria:
- Washing raw produce thoroughly.
- Defrost meat in the refrigerator or microwave, never on the counter top.
- Keep raw meat and produce away from other food to avoid cross-contamination.
- Refrigerate left-overs right after the meal.
- Wash your kitchen surfaces really well, especially if they come in contact with raw meat.
- Order beef medium-well done, and send it back if it's not cooked that way.
- Drink only pasteurized milk, juice, and cider.
- Do not drink water from lakes, streams or swimming pools.
The Center for Disease Control reports e-coli infects 73,000 people every year, and kills about 61 people in the U.S. So please help yourself stay healthy!
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