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Tapeworm Infections - Prevention


Tapeworm Infections - Prevention

  • Thorough cooking of all meat products so that they reach temperatures of more than 135 degree Fahrenheit.
  • Cysts can be killed by freezing the meat products for long periods (minimum of 12 hours).
  • Drinking boiled water and avoid eating undercooked meat.
  • Good hygiene and cultivating the practice of washing the hands with soap after using the toilet will prevent tapeworm infections in man.
  • Proper disposal of human feces is necessary.
  • Animals should be checked and dewormed regularly
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