Key facts
- Salmonella is 1 of 4 key global causes of diarrhoeal diseases.
- Most cases of salmonellosis are mild; however, sometimes it can be life-threatening. The severity of the disease depends on host factors and the serotype of Salmonella.
- Antimicrobial resistance is a global public health concern and Salmonella is one of the microorganisms in which some resistant serotypes have emerged, affecting the food chain.
- Basic food hygiene practices, such as “cook thoroughly”, are recommended as a preventive measure against salmonellosis.
FoodWorld 