Key Takeaways

Nearly 20% of studied UTIs in Southern California were traced back to E. coli from meat

The contaminated meat sources were chicken, turkey, pork and beef sold in local grocery stores

Proper handwashing and separating raw meat during cooking is crucial to prevent transmission

MONDAY, Oct. 27, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Researchers have identified a surprising source for a significant number of urinary tract infections (UTIs): contaminated meat.

A new four-year study found that almost 1 in 5 UTIs detected among a group of patients in Southern California were likely caused by E. coli bacteria found on chicken, turkey, pork or beef products.

In the U.S., 8 to 10 million people are affected by UTIs annually, with E. coli causing about 90% of cases, according to the Cleve

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