The CDC (center for disease control) announced there is yet another Salmonella Dublin outbreak from an unknown source of ground beef. This outbreak has sickened 10 people in six states, including one death in California. The other states that have been identified in the outbreak included Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, and Iowa.

Here Is What To Do

1. You don't have to throw the food away but you must cook it thoroughly.
2. Cook all ground beef until it reaches at least 160F and use a thermometer to check it.
3. Don't eat raw ground beef (does anyone do that?).
4. Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds after touching raw meat. Wash items that came into contact with fresh ground beef, such as countertops, utensils, dishes, and cutting boards, with hot, soapy water or in a dishwasher.
5. Don't order rare or medium-rare ground beef when dining out. If it looks too pink, send it back and ask the waiter to cook it more.

Because the origins of the outbreak are not yet known, make sure to cook any ground beef in your refrigerator or freezer using the guidelines above.

Related Reading:

Ground Beef - A consumer's guide

Make Your Own Fresh ground Beef