"Family Contracts Rare Brain Worms from Undercooked Bear Meat"

A family reunion in South Dakota turned tragic after members consumed undercooked black bear meat, leading to a rare outbreak of trichinellosis caused by Trichinella nativa roundworms. Six out of eight family members fell ill, with symptoms including fever, muscle pain, and swelling around the eyes. Three were hospitalized but recovered after treatment with anti-parasitic drugs. The CDC emphasizes the importance of cooking wild game meat to at least 165°F to prevent such infections.