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Salmonella spp.
Associated Foods: Poultry, eggs, raw milk & dairy products Prevention Tips: Cook poultry and eggs thoroughly, avoid raw or undercooked eggs, and practice good kitchen hygiene.
E. coli O157:H7
Associated Foods: Undercooked ground beef, unpasteurized milk & juice, fresh produce Prevention Tips: Cook beef to the proper temperature, avoid raw milk, and wash produce before eating.
Hepatitis A virus
Associated Foods: Raw shellfish, contaminated water, fruits & vegetables Prevention Tips: Get vaccinated, ensure safe water sources, and practice good sanitation and hygiene.
Staphylococcus aureus
Associated Foods: Sandwiches, pastries, salads (especially those with mayonnaise) Prevention Tips: Store food properly, practice good hand hygiene, and keep kitchen surfaces clean.
Giardia lamblia
Associated Foods: Contaminated water, fresh produce, and improperly washed fruits & vegetables Prevention Tips: Use safe water sources, wash produce correctly, and practice safe cooking habits.
Bacillus cereus
Associated Foods: Rice dishes, pasta, pastries Prevention Tips: Keep cooked foods hot, refrigerate leftovers immediately, and reheat leftovers thoroughly.
Campylobacter jejuni
Associated Foods: Poultry, raw milk, contaminated water Prevention Tips: Cook poultry thoroughly, use pasteurized milk, and ensure water is clean before consumption.
Clostridium perfringens
Associated Foods: Meat, poultry, gravies Prevention Tips: Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold, serve foods at safe temperatures, and refrigerate leftovers right away.
Vibrio parahaemolyticus
Associated Foods: Raw or undercooked shellfish, particularly oysters Prevention Tips: Thoroughly cook shellfish, avoid cross-contamination with raw seafood, and eat shellfish from safe sources.
Clostridium botulinum (Botulism)
Associated Foods: Improperly canned foods, smoked fish, honey for infants Prevention Tips: Follow proper canning techniques, avoid giving honey to infants, and keep oils infused with garlic or herbs refrigerated.
Norovirus
Associated Foods: Leafy greens, fresh fruits, shellfish Prevention Tips: Wash fruits and vegetables, ensure shellfish is cooked properly, and maintain good hand hygiene.
Listeria monocytogenes
Associated Foods: Deli meats, hot dogs, soft cheeses, raw milk Prevention Tips: Cook hot dogs and deli meats until steaming hot, avoid soft cheeses if at risk, and ensure dairy is pasteurized.
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