In vulnerable groups, E. coli infection can also lead to serious kidney complications and death. People can become infected after consuming contaminated food or water, or coming into contact with the feces of animals or infected people. E. coli symptoms usually show up three to four days after ingesting the bacteria, but it may take up to 10 days. Once the contaminated food enters the kitchen, it’s also possible for cross-contamination to occur if ingredients are mixed or handled improperly. If you are experiencing diarrhea, don't swim in a public pool to minimize the risk of transmission.

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Persons: ”, Prashant Singh, coli, Barbara Kowalcyk, don’t, ” Kowalcyk, Kevin, it’s, Donald Schaffner, Schaffner, ” Schaffner, Singh Organizations: Centers for Disease Control, Prevention, Florida State University, Institute for Food Safety, Nutrition Security, George Washington University Milken Institute School Public Health, Department of Food Science, Rutgers University, Food Safety Advisory Council Locations: U.S, New Jersey, California