Reptile-associated salmonellosis - selected states, 1994-1995
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Contact with reptiles can cause serious diseases in infants, children, and people with lowered immunity. Between 1994 and 1995, 13 states reported Salmonella infections that were caused by direct or indirect contact with reptiles such as iguanas, turtles and lizards. Various serotypes of Salmonella were isolated from the reptiles. In some cases, infection resulted in lengthy hospitalization from meningitis or sepsis. A large percentage of reptiles are carriers of Salmonella, but do not show symptoms of disease. Salmonellosis can be contracted by handling the infected pet, cleaning its cage or having physical contact with someone who had direct contact. Households with young children and day care centers should not keep reptiles as pets. Pet store personnel and veterinarians should advise consumers of the risk of human infection from reptiles. Reptiles should not be kept where food is prepared.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 1995
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Outbreak of salmonellosis associated with beef jerky - New Mexico, 1995
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An outbreak of salmonella poisoning from beef jerky in New Mexico illustrates the importance of using proper food preparation techniques. In February, 1995, two cases of salmonella poisoning were reported to the New Mexico Department of Health. Both men had eaten locally-produced beef jerky. An investigation revealed 91 other cases. All had bought and eaten beef jerky from the local plant. Symptoms included diarrhea, cramps, vomiting and chills and five people had to be hospitalized. Samples of beef jerky from the local plant and five of the ill people tested positive for Salmonella. This is the only outbreak of salmonella poisoning from beef jerky reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Jerky should be dried quickly at temperatures greater than 140 deg F.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 1995
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Salmonella typhimurium infection associated with raw milk and cheese consumption-Pennsylvania 2007
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The article highlights the potential health risks associated with consumption of raw milk and cheese. Findings reveal that diarrheal illness caused by salmonella typhimurium were associated with these milk products in Pennsylvania.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2008
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