infectious diseases
Taenia Saginata (Beef Tapeworm) Infection
Prevention ofTaenia saginataInfection
T. saginatainfection can be prevented by cooking whole cuts of beef to ≥ 63° C (≥ 145° F) as measured with a food thermometer placed in the thickest part of the meat, then allowing the meat to rest for 3 minutes before carving or consuming. Ground beef should be cooked to ≥ 71° C (≥ 160° F). Ground beef does not require a rest period. 