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Salmonella enterocolitis

Alternative Names

Salmonellosis

Prevention

Proper food handling and storage are preventive measures. Good hand washing is important especially when handling eggs and poultry.

If you own a reptile, wear gloves when handling the animal or its feces because Salmonella is easily passed from the animal.

Review Date: 7/25/2007
Reviewed By: Kenneth M. Wener, MD, Department of Infectious Diseases. Lahey Clinic, Burlington, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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