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    E. coli
    Escherichia coli bacteria live in the intestines of people and animals such as cows, sheep and goats. They are often found in foods such as ... more 
    Photo by: Raw beef photo via Shutterstock
    E. coli
    Escherichia coli bacteria live in the intestines of people and animals such as cows, sheep and goats. They are often found in foods such as undercooked beef, raw milk and juice, and contaminated water. Symptoms of an E. coli infection include severe diarrhea, stomach pain and vomiting which can last five to 10 days. To avoid E. coli infections, cook meat well, wash fruits and vegetables before eating or cooking them, and avoid unpasteurized milk and juices. Although most E. coli are relatively harmless, strains such as E. coli O157:H7 can cause bloody diarrhea, kidney failure and even death.

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    Each year, one in six Americans get sick from contaminated food, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).


    Read Food Labels for a Healthier Heart

    Recently, an outbreak of Salmonella in raw tuna sickened at least 200 people, and last year's outbreak of Listeria linked with cantalopes sickened 146 people and led to at least 30 deaths, according to the CDC.


    You can reduce your risk of getting sick by knowing where germs are likely to be lurking.


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