Shigella is a bacteria that causes an extremely contagious stomach bug every year. The latest strain seems to be resistant to common antibiotics, causing concern for local doctors and the CDC.

Your hands are essential tools when working in the kitchen, but they can spread dangerous bacteria that can make people sick. Knives and other items that come into contact with raw meat should be washed with hot, soapy water after every use. The juices that collect on cutting boards can contain E. coli and other dangerous bacteria that can make you seriously ill. Regularly wash them with hot soapy water. Wipe up spills immediately with hot, soapy water, and rinse.