Dangerous strains of E. coli bacteria can infiltrate the food supply through many different routes, experts explain. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

With recent E. coli outbreaks linked to certain foods, it’s important to stay informed about the products you buy and eat, as well as how to recognize symptoms and know when to seek proper care. E.

“E. coli is a bug that we all have in our intestines,” explains Britain's leading expert on E. coli, the microbiologist Professor Hugh Pennington. “The vast majority of the hundreds of different ...