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The nationwide salmonella outbreak that has struck 42 states has put about one in five of its victims in the hospital.
Nearly 400 people have become ill in the outbreak.
One person may have died as a result.
Health officials in Illinois, North Dakota, Ohio, Georgia, Minnesota and California have confirmed cases. Ohio and California reported the most with 51 cases each.
Steps to protect against the illness include careful handling and preparation of raw meat, and frequent hand washing.
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