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Wisconsin Company Recalls E. Coli Tainted Meat


January 15, 2008
Topic: Food Poisoning

A Minnesota-based meat products manufacturer has recalled 188,000 pounds of ground beef because of concerns that it may be contaminated with the deadly E. coli virus.

According to the US Agriculture Department's Food Safety and Inspection Service, the meat, which was produced in October and November 2007, was shipped to several cities around the country. These products have not been distributed to retail establishments, but were distributed to restaurants and other food service institutions.

The ripples of the beef recall are being felt in California too. County officials in San Diego, California are trying to trace restaurants where these contaminated beef products might have been distributed. A 17-year-old girl reportedly fell sick after dining at one San Diego restaurant although she didn't require hospitalization. She is reportedly doing well now.

Meat contaminated with this particular deadly strain of E. Coli can cause bloody diarrhea and severe abdominal cramps. It can also be fatal.

Although the products were not shipped to retail stores, consumers have been asked to take more care while preparing ground beef products. These precautions include cooking ground beef products like patties to an internal temperature of 167 degrees Fahrenheit. Food products should not be left lying around after being cooked, but should immediately be refrigerated within a couple of hours of cooking.

If you have been the victim of any type of dangerous food or E. Coli-laced product, you need the assistance of an experienced California personal injury lawyer. Contact an attorney at The Reeves Law Group for a free consultation.


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