trichinella parasites

How Does One Become Infected With Trichina Worm?

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How Does One Become Infected With Trichina Worm? What is trichinosis? Trichinosis is a food-borne disease caused by a microscopic parasite called Trichinella. People can get this disease by eating raw or undercooked meat from animals infected with the parasite. Often these infected meats come from wild game, such as bear, or pork products. How

Can Frozen Fish Get Worms?

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Can Frozen Fish Get Worms? Parasites become a concern when consumers eat raw or lightly preserved fish such as sashimi, sushi, ceviche, and gravlax. When preparing these products, use commercially frozen fish. Can worms live in frozen food? Information. Trichina and other parasites can be destroyed by sub-zero freezing temperatures. However, very strict government-supervised conditions