E. coli O157 and other STEC infections - public information leaflet

HPS has reissued information for the public on E. coli O157 and other STEC infections.

• What are E. coli O157 and STEC?
• Where is STEC found?
• How can infection be avoided?

Some simple but effective precautions include:

• washing and drying hands thoroughly using running warm water and liquid soap
  
• minimising contact with animal faeces.
  
• good food hygiene practices
  
• not drinking untreated water
  

For further guidance on avoiding bugs and germs whilst enjoying Scotland’s outdoors see NHS Inform website.