SALMONELLA-(SALMONELLOSIS)

WHAT CAUSES SALMONELLA?

• Lives in the intestinal tracts of humans and other animals
• Usually transmitted by eating foods contaminated w. animal feces
• By the hands of an infected food handler

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTONS OF SALMONELLA?

• Fever
• Dehydration
• Abdominal Cramps
• Diarrhea

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO SET IN?

• 12-72 Hours.

SALMONELLA AVERAGE PER YEAR

• Approximately 40,000 cases a year
• Many milder cases are not reported
• So infections may be 30 or more times greater

DIAGNOSIS FOR SALMONELLA

• Based on medical history & a physical exam
• Stool culture & blood test may be done
• Doctor will ask about your symptoms
• Doctor will asks about recent foods eaten

TREATMENT FOR SALMONELLA

• Resolved in 5-7 days
• Oral fluids
• Severe cases use antibiotics

SALMONELLA PREVENTION

• Cook foods thoroughly
• Do not eat foods containing raw products
• Wash hands, & work surfices
• Don't cross contaminate food
• Avoid direct contact with reptiles