E coli

E coli

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  Eschericha E. Coliis a bacteria germ
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  E. Coli ismostly found in the intestines of cattle
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  An estimated 10,000-20,000Americans are infected with E. Coli each year. An estimated 2,000 Americans are hospitalized for complications do to E. coli infections each year
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  I In1982 E. coli 0157:H7 was recognized as a food bourn pathogen in 1982 found in hamburger
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  Symptoms of E.Coli infections Stomach cramps Abdominal pain Diarrhea Nausea Vomiting Fever
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  Possible long termeffects from E. Coli Persons who only have diarrhea usually recover completely. About one-third of persons with hemolytic uremic syndrome have abnormal kidney function many years later, and a few require long-term dialysis. Another 8% of persons with hemolytic uremic syndrome have other lifelong complications, such as high blood pressure, seizures, blindness, paralysis, and the effects of having part of their bowel removed.
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  Treatment of E.Coli infection There in no proven treatment with medication Proper hydration and nutrition are advised Antibiotics do not have any proven effect Anti diarrhea medications are discouraged
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  Tips for avoidingthe E. Coli Bacteria
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  Prevention Cook groundbeef well done or 155 degrees F Be careful when preparing food do not cross contaminate Wash your hands with soap before you start cooking Defrost meat in refrigerator or microwave-not sitting out on a counter Use hot water and soap to wash cutting boards after cutting meat products Do not drink un pasteurized milk Keep foods refrigerated of frozen Keep hot foods hot and cold foods cold Refrigerate leftovers right away Wash hands carefully with soap and water after using the bathroom
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  Major things remember \ Do Not Cross Contaminate Cook meat properly Wash Hands
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  Factory Farm InfluenceFactory farms produce a billion tons of manure every year in the United States. These factories dump millions of gallons of putrefying waste many times into water supplies.
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  Factory Farm InfluencesFactory farms provide sufficient breeding grounds for E. Coli to grow in crowded animal housing. Little is done to hinder the spread of pathogens between these animals .