Salmonellosis

Salmonellosis is an infection with the Salmonella bacteria. Most people infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever, vomiting and abdominal cramps 6 to 72 hours after infection. In most cases, the illness lasts 3 to 7 days. The majority of affected people actually recover without treatment, although its very unpleasant.

The type of salmonella commonly associated with infections in humans is called Non-
Typhoidal Salmonella. It is usually contracted by ingesting raw or undercooked eggs, or from sources such as:
• Poultry and cattle,
If the meat is prepared incorrectly or becomes infected with the bacteria somehow.
• Infected eggs and milk
As well as egg products, when not prepared, handled, or refrigerated correctly.
• Reptiles
Such as turtles, lizards and snakes, as they can carry the bacteria on their skin.
• Pet Rodents

SYMPTOMS
- Abdominal cramps
- Headaches
- Nausia
- Fever
- Diarrhea

SOURCES
- Water
- Soil
- Insects
- Animals
- Human intestinal tract

FOOD INVOLVED
- Poultry
- Meat
- Fish & Shrimps
- Eggs & egg products
- Milk

PREVENTION
- Avoid cross-contamination
- Refrigerate foods
- Cook poultry to 167°F (75°C) for at least 15 seconds