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Bureau of Epidemiology
Bureau of Epidemiology
610 South 200 East #218
Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
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Salmonellosis
Salmonella is one of several types of bacteria which can cause food poisoning (Salmonellosis) if ingested in large numbers. It is found in the intestinal tract of animals, birds, insects, reptiles, seafood, and people.
The bacteria can easily be passed from the intestinal tract to the hands and onto food. It is usually found in poultry, eggs, unprocessed milk, meat, water and fresh produce. It may also be carried by pets such as turtles and birds.
Symptoms
Symptoms of salmonelellosis include diarrhea (which may or may not contain blood), abdominal cramping, fever, and malaise. The incubation period for salmonella infections it six to seventy-two hours, but may be as long as five to seven days.
Most people recover without incident, but in some cases Salmonella can be spread to the bloodstream and a medical assessment is necessary. The elderly, infants and those with impaired immune systems are most likely to have serious illness.
Salmonella Fact Sheet
Symptoms, transmission, treatment and prevention.