Trichinosis

What can be done to prevent the infection?

Trichinosis is prevented by thoroughly cooking meats, especially pork. Meat should be cooked so that all parts of it reach 150 degrees Fahrenheit. The larvae can also be killed by freezing the meat at 16 degrees Fahrenheit for 36 hours.

What are the long-term effects of the infection?

Long-term effects and death from trichinosis are very rare. Although the worm can infect vital organs, such as the heart, lungs, and brain, this rarely happens.

What are the risks to others?

Trichinosis is not spread from person to person.