Prevention

Learn the safe minimum cooking temperature for pork

Wash hands with soap and water before eating and preparing food, after contact with animals, and after handling raw meat. See why handwashing is like a “do-it-yourself” vaccine

Use separate cutting boards for meat and other foods and carefully clean all cutting boards, countertops, and utensils with soap and hot water after preparing raw meat. Learn four simple steps to food safety

Consume only pasteurized milk and milk products, such as soft cheese, ice cream, and yogurt. Find out about the dangers of raw milk

After handling raw chitlins, clean hands and fingernails thoroughly with soap and water before touching infants or their toys, bottles, or pacifiers. Someone other than the person handling food should care for children while chitlins are being prepared. Find out how to stay safe while preparing chitlins

Pick up and dispose of animal feces (poop), especially in areas where children might play. Wash your hands with soap and running water after contact with animal feces. Be sure to assist children with handwashing. Get tips to help keep you and your pets healthy