What is salmonella food poisoning?
Salmonella food poisoning occurs worldwide and is caused by the salmonella bacterium. The most frequently reported cases of salmonella have been in North America and Europe. Salmonella causes swelling of the lining of the stomach and intestines. It was named after Daniel Elmer Salmon, an American veterinary pathologist who discovered the organism that causes hog cholera. Preventing salmonella food poisoning involves sanitizing of food contact surfaces. An effective topical sanitizer against salmonella recommended by many is alcohol. Also, chlorine bleach is frequently used to sanitize surfaces to prevent salmonella. Food testing strips help determine whether or not food contains bacteria that can cause food poisoning. These products can be used on food, water and hard surfaces.