Wash your hands often, especially after: handling any animals, handling feces of any kind, using the toilet (home or public), or when out of the country.
Buy only U.S. inspected meat.
Do not eat undercooked beef, pork, or fish.
Do not eat any beef, pork, or fish that has not been refrigerated properly (refrigerator should be set at 40° F and freezer less than 18° F) and never eat meat or fish that has been sitting out without refrigeration.
Wash all utensils and surfaces that come in contact with raw beef, pork, or fish with antibacterial soap.
If you think your pet has eaten any rodents take them to a veterinarian for possible treatment.
Make sure to treat pets against fleas.
Make sure all fruits and vegetables are washed thoroughly before eating them.
Dispose of garbage and waste properly in specified areas.
Drink bottled or boiled water (one minute), and do not drink fountain drinks.
This article was published on Saturday 28 October, 2006.
Caution: For any suspected or known
illness or dysfunction, always consult your physician for medical
diagnosis
and treatment first. Statements contained herein have not been
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the Food and Drug Administration. Products mentioned herein are not
intended
to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease
