Health authorities in Minnesota have declared a national outbreak of salmonella thought to be caused by contact with pet hedgehogs or its environment.
About Salmonellosis
Poor hygienic practices during cooking or handling of food products can cause this distressing infection of the intestines leading to diarrhea, cramps and fever.
Poor hygienic practices during cooking or handling of food products can cause this distressing infection of the intestines leading to diarrhea, cramps and fever.
"Animals can appear healthy and clean but still carry the pathogen salmonella," said experts. The CDC has cautioned that those who touch hedgehogs or visit their environments should make sure they adhere to basic hygiene practices such as washing hands.
Fact Sheet on Food Poisoning-Causes-Risk Factors-Types-Symptoms-Prevention
Consuming foods that have been contaminated with pathogens such as E.coli, Salmonella or Campylobacter, can cause food poisoning.
Consuming foods that have been contaminated with pathogens such as E.coli, Salmonella or Campylobacter, can cause food poisoning.
Drop in Salmonella Cases After Vaccination Drive
Since the late 1990s, vaccination drives have brought about a sharp decline in salmonella cases, reveal results.
Since the late 1990s, vaccination drives have brought about a sharp decline in salmonella cases, reveal results.
