We've seen an increase in cases of STEC, a foodborne illness that can cause diarrhoea, bloody stools and stomach cramps.
Children aged 1 to 4 years were most affected and we're reminding parents to make sure young children wash their hands with soap and warm water before eating.
ALT A piece of raw red meat, wrapped in cellophane, with a label saying, 'Our latest data shows that Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) cases have increased by 26% in 2024, compared to 2023. STEC is a foodborne illness which can cause diarrhoea, bloody poo and stomach cramps'