The book takes you on a virtual walk-through of your home, pointing out the possible dangers and what to do about them. Full of practical and accurate advice, On the Safe Side should be required reading for all new parents. Safety Watch E. coli is a bacteria carried in the intestinal tract of animals. It can cause an illness characterized by bloody diarrhea, kidney failure and death. You probably know that it can be caused by eating undercooked ground meat.
Young children are especially vulnerable to e. coli due to their immature immune systems.
Never give your child unpasteurized fruit juices or ciders. This includes fresh pressed cider such as that sold at fruit stands or fairs. If your child ever has bloody diarrhea, contact your pediatrician immediately. Please feel free to forward this newsletter to friends who would like the information. Copyright 2000 Food for Tots, permission granted to reproduce in part or in full for noncommercial use only, provided this disclaimer is included.