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Salmonella, E. coli and influenza — you may have heard of these bad boys, or even fell for them in the past. But do you know enterococcus faecalis? Mycobacterium abscessus? What about Vibrio parahaemolyticus?
Pathogens are disease-causing bacterium or viruses that exist all around us. Sounds scary I know, but the world isn’t as dangerous as you think. After all, you’ve barely heard of most of them. Nonetheless, here’s a friendly little guide to aggressive pathogens that are useful to know.
E coli.
What it is: Bacteria
Where it’s usually found: Kitchen sinks
Dangers: Causes food poisoning
Prevention: Thoroughly wash hands, chopping boards, kitchen counters and utensils before and after handling raw meat
H1N1
What it is: Virus
Origin: 2009 swine flu first found in Mexico
