Trichinosis is a foodborne disease which affects the muscles of the body.
It is caused by the roundworm, Trichinella spiralis . Trichinosis is rare in New York City. Anyone who eats undercooked meat from infected animals can develop trichinosis. Pork, pork products, and wild animal meat are potential sources of Trichinella . Meat-eating animals such as pigs, dogs and cats, and wild animals, such as rats, foxes, wolves, and bears may be infected with Trichinella .