Tomato outbreak is reminder to follow food safety tips
By MEGAN K. SCOTT – 12 hours ago
` A salmonella outbreak linked to raw tomatoes serves as a reminder to take extra care with summer fruits and vegetables.
More than 20 people have been hospitalized as the government investigates the source of the tomatoes responsible for the illnesses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Salmonella can be transmitted to humans when fecal material from animals or humans contaminates food. Symptoms are similar to the flu, but the poisoning can be fatal to young children, pregnant women and other people with weakened immune systems.
Properly cooking meat, poultry and eggs, and washing produce are generally the best methods to prevent illness.
While there is no way for consumers to detect salmonella (you can't smell, taste or see it), there are some things you can do reduce the risk:
CHECK YOUR TOMATOES
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