It's time to check your freezer. Ground beef sold nationwide may be contaminated with E. coli bacteria.
Why the USDA Issued a Public Health Alert Without a Recall
While a recall has not been formally issued, the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert to raise consumer awareness regarding the products after it was found to have tested positive for E. Coli O157:H7.
What Are the Symptoms of E. Coli O157:H7 Infection?
E. Coli is the commonly abbreviated name for the group of Escherichia coli bacterias. It is often found in our environments, in our digestive tract, as well as in the digestive tract of animals, and it is also commonly found in food. There are several different kinds of E. Coli bacteria and most of them are harmless to humans. Howe