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8. Preventing Toxoplasmosis

Safe food handling and avoiding potentially unsafe water sources is the best way to prevent toxoplasmosis infections. Freezing meat for a few days before cooking will usually kill off the parasite, as will cooking meat to the recommended internal temperatures.

Cleaning your cat’s litter box daily is a good way to prevent infections because the parasite does not become infectious until one to five days after it is excreted. Always wash your hands well after handling cat litter.

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