Prevention of human tapeworms

How to prevent an infestation of Human Tapeworms:

• Practice good hygiene.
• Wash your hands often, especially after: handling any animals, handling feces of any kind, using the toilet (home or public), or when out of the country.
• Buy only U.S. inspected meat.
• Do not eat undercooked beef, pork, or fish.
• Do not eat any beef, pork, or fish that has not been refrigerated properly (refrigerator should be set at 40° F and freezer less than 18° F) and never eat meat or fish that has been sitting out without refrigeration.
• Wash all utensils and surfaces that come in contact with raw beef, pork, or fish with antibacterial soap.
• If you think your pet has eaten any rodents take them to a veterinarian for possible treatment.
• Make sure to treat pets against fleas.
• Make sure all fruits and vegetables are washed thoroughly before eating them.
• Dispose of garbage and waste properly in specified areas.
• Drink bottled or boiled water (one minute), and do not drink fountain drinks.