Health officials warn against a North Dakota holiday tradition of eating raw hamburger meat due to risks of Salmonella, E. coli.

In western North Dakota, a holiday tradition involves eating raw hamburger meat, called "tiger meat." Health officials warn this can lead to health risks like Salmonella and E. coli, advising to cook ground beef to at least 160°F. Despite comparisons to sushi, consuming raw hamburgers carries higher risks, including potential tapeworm infections.

November 16, 2024
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