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I just read that you are in danger of getting a tapeworm from uncooked salmon, is the same true of cooked salmon, or any other fish? very concerned!
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Cook your fish: Tapeworm infection can occur from eating raw or undercooked fish or meat from an infected animal. Always make certain your hygiene is good, cook your fish and meat well and be careful where you eat out to avoid getting this.
Answered 1/5/2019
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