E.coli infections rose 26% last year, data shows

Thorough hand-washing is advised to help lower the risk of infection (Alamy/PA) -

Infections from bacteria that causes stomach issues increased by around a quarter last year, according to new figures.

While health chiefs said the rise was partly down to one foodborne outbreak, they also warned cases have gradually been increasing since 2022 and urged people to take steps to prevent food poisoning.