What is Salmonella?

About Salmonella: 

• Salmonella is a group of bacteria that can cause gastrointestinal illness and fever called salmonellosis.
• It naturally lives in animals' intestines and can be found in their feces (poop).
• The bacteria then spread to humans if they come in contact with salmonella-infected animals or items in their environment.
• It is a ubiquitous and hardy bacteria that can survive several weeks in a dry environment and several months in water.
• Risks associated with Salmonella
  • People infected with Salmonella might have diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Some people—especially children younger than 5 years old, adults 65 years and older.
  • People with weakened immune systems—may experience more severe illness that requires medical treatment or hospitalization.

Q1: What is Bacteria?

Bacteria are microscopic single-celled prokaryotic organisms that play a crucial role in the ecosystem and have a significant impact on human health.

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