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10. Preventing Tapeworm Infection

You can lower your chances of a tapeworm infection by thoroughly washing your hands with soap and water after using the restroom and before handling food. Avoid eating raw or undercooked beef, pork, or fish. Cooking meat to an internal temperature of at least 145 degrees Fahrenheit is usually enough to kill off tapeworm larvae and eggs. Alternatively, freezing fish for at least 24 hours—or meat for seven to 10 days at -31 degrees—can also destroy the eggs and larvae.

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