What are some other foods linked to the E. coli O157:H7 illness?
Most illness has been linked to undercooked ground beef. However, any food can be contaminated if not handled safely. Other foods linked to recent outbreaks are: • unpasteurized milk • unpasteurized apple juice and apple cider • lettuce • cold cuts such as dry salami • raw sprouts The illness has also been linked to drinking untreated or contaminated water, and swimming at a crowded lake. What else can I do to prevent E. coli O157:H7 infection? • Wash your hands with warm, soapy water after using the toilet, changing diapers, and handling pets. Wash your hands with warm, soapy water before preparing food, after handling raw meat and poultry, and before eating. • Do not order or accept rare or undercooked ground meats when eating away from home. • Be very careful when handling or preparing food outdoors. • Do not drink unpasteurized milk or juice. • Handwashing helps prevent the spread of illness in homes, childcare centres, nursing homes, hospitals, and food services. • Do not share to
