In class, I mentioned that Trichinella had been largely eradicated from swine herds and was not as much of a concern for food microbiologists. However, outbreaks caused by Trichinella still happen. These outbreaks are usually linked to consumption of wild game, such as an outbreak in Spain linked to consumption of sausage made from wild game, or this outbreak in Poland that resulted from consumption of raw sausage prepared from wild boar meat. These outbreaks point to the importance of understanding where your food comes from and ensuring that it is adequately cooked to eliminate risks from pathogens.
