Why was ground beef recalled in the US over possible E coli contamination?
At least 19 E coli cases have been reported in Minnesota, just weeks after a an outbreak linked to McDonald’s. Between November 2 and November 14, at least 19 people in Minnesota fell ill from eating meat contaminated with E coli. In late October, in a separate outbreak, chopped onions from California-based Taylor Farms, which are used in McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, were confirmed by the US Food and Drug Administration to be the source of an E coli infection. Humans can also get E coli from drinking or swimming in contaminated water, direct contact with an infected person, handling infected animals or meat, touching contaminated surfaces, or consuming unpasteurised milk and juices. Meat should not be rinsed — it can carry higher amounts of harmful bacteria, which can splash onto nearby surfaces and food Discarding the outer leaves of leafy vegetables like lettuce or cabbage, which are more likely to carry contaminants Ensuring knives, cutting boards and countertops are sanitised to avoid cross-contamination Storing produce and meat at the recommended temperature What are the first signs of an infection?
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