PetSmart expands beef-hoof product recall Nov 13, 2009
The most common symptom of salmonella infection in dogs is diarrhea. Type Size. (AZCentral -- Business)
Six Things You Need To Know About Contaminated Food Nov 7, 2009
Poultry, meat, and eggs provide the most common source of salmonella infection and the associated disease "." The bacteria live in animals like cattle and birds and can easily be passed along in raw animal products. But the feces of infected animals can also contaminate many other foods, like fresh fruits and vegetables. (Slate)
Warning issued on Sanger company's pet treats Nov 7, 2009
Pets with salmonella infections may become lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets may only experience a decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. (Fresno Bee)
Linked Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 107 People, Mostly Kids Oct 22, 2009
"Everyone from pediatricians to other public health professionals needs to really stress that reptiles and especially turtles are a source of salmonella infections," she said. The ban only affects turtles less than about 4 inches in diameter because of reports that young children had gotten sick after putting the small reptiles in their mouths. (Fox News)
Johnny Wants a Pet Turtle? Just Say No Oct 21, 2009
Turtles and other reptiles are well-known reservoirs for Salmonella, and while the sale and distribution of small turtles -- measuring less than 4 inches -- was officially outlawed in the United States in 1975, cases of turtle-associated Salmonella infection continue to occur ... "We observed a strong association between turtle exposure and Salmonella infections in this outbreak," the investigators report ... "Antibiotic treatment of eggs often results in turtles with drug-resistant Salmonella... (MEDLINEplus)
Tech.view: From farm to fork Oct 10, 2009
Meanwhile, America s largest epidemic of foodborne disease in over a decade last year s Salmonella infection that claimed two lives, hospitalised 250 people and affected more than 1,300 others was traced back through the supply chain initially to tomatoes and then to jalape;o peppers. Now there are doubts whether either was really to blame. (The Economist)
Typhoid Fever Cases In U.S. Linked To Foreign Travel Aug 27, 2009
"Typhoid remains a deadly disease in many developing countries and, as the article by Lynch et al clearly demonstrates, has the potential for worldwide spread, with considerable effects on the global burden of infection with gastrointestinal pathogens. This, coupled with increasing reports of the emergence of multidrug-resistant nontyphoid salmonellas in vulnerable groups in many developing countries, particularly those in Africa and Southeast Asia, with infections often characterized by disease... (Science Daily)
Two Tulare County residents ill with salmonella linked to ground beef Aug 8, 2009
Two people in Tulare County have been confirmed with salmonella infection linked to ground beef processed by a Fresno manufacturer, state public health officials said Friday. They are among five cases reported in California so far. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Cannibalistic Cells May Help Prevent Infections Aug 6, 2009
5, 2009) Infectious-disease specialists at UT Southwestern Medical Center have demonstrated that a cannibalistic process in cells plays a key role in limiting Salmonella infection ... For this study, the researchers studied the effects of Salmonella infections in two organisms they had genetically engineered to lack active autophagy genes. (Science Daily)
Risky romaine recalled Jul 24, 2009
Symptoms of salmonella infection in healthy people include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. The bacteria can cause serious and fatal infections in the young and elderly. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Help celebrate National Ice Cream Month Jul 16, 2009
If you re making homemade ice cream, protect yourself from the danger of possible Salmonella infection from raw eggs by using an ice cream recipe made with a cooked egg base, commercial pasteurized egg substitutes or without eggs ... Pour into a 1-gallon ice cream freezer can and freeze according to manufacturer s directions from the danger of possible Salmonella infection from raw eggs by using an ice cream recipe made with a cooked egg base, commercial pasteurized egg substitutes or without... (Brewton Standard, AL)
Salmonella outbreak investigated Jun 20, 2009
"This outbreak is a reminder to all of us about how serious salmonella infection can be," Kruger said. "Whether at a business, at home or at a picnic, we all need to handle and prepare food properly to prevent transmission of salmonella.". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Nestle Recalls Cookie Dough Over Illnesses Jun 20, 2009
The eggs in Nestle Toll House's dough are pasteurized, which eliminates most of the risk of salmonella infection that is present in raw eggs. But other raw ingredients could contain other pathogens or bacteria. (CBS News)
Salmonella vaccine may be result of space trip Apr 15, 2009
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate 40,000 cases of salmonella infection are reported in the United States every year. A second series of salmonella investigations, overseen by Timothy Hammond at the Durham Veterans Administration Medical Center in North Carolina, flew aboard the space station last year. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Cute, fuzzy fowl can carry disease Apr 11, 2009
To reduce the risk of salmonella infection, the Oregon Public Health Division recommends thorough hand washing with soap and warm water for anyone who enters an area that houses poultry or who handles any baby chicks, ducks or other fowl. Children should be supervised so they do not nuzzle or kiss the animals. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
WARNING: Fresh chicks can carry salmonella Apr 10, 2009
Emilio DeBess, the state public health veterinarian, confirmed two cases of salmonella intwo teenage girls, one in Lane County and another in Marion County, who suffered severe symptoms of salmonella infection after handling chicks ... Oregon has seen about 70 cases of salmonella infection related to chicks over the past 10 years, with most cases in children ... A salmonella infection can cause gastro-intestinal problems and can even lead to death, especially among those with weakened immune... (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Salmonella spike blamed on poor food handling Apr 9, 2009
The number of salmonella infections reported to NSW health authorities has jumped by 37 per cent and poor handling of food, particularly raw eggs, is being blamed ... Common symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhoea, abdominal pain, fever, nausea and vomiting, with symptoms lasting four to seven days, sometimes longer. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
New salmonella case confirmed Apr 9, 2009
Amid a flurry of food recalls, Oregon officials said Wednesday they have confirmed a new case of salmonella infection related to an ongoing outbreak associated with ground pepper. The latest case is a woman in Washington County, said William Keene, senior epidemiologist with the state Public Health Division. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Pepper, pistachios recalled due to salmonella fears Apr 1, 2009
Pepper recallOn Monday, officials said that four Portland Metro area residents had been sickened by a rare salmonella infection linked to pepper, according to state health officials. State food and health regulators tracked the salmonella outbreak to ground pepper that was imported, packaged and distributed by a California company, according to the Oregon Department of Human Services. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Anatomy of the peanut salmonella crisis Mar 15, 2009
The most common cause of food-borne illness, salmonella infection sickens up to 1. 4 million Americans each year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
People are still eating tainted crackers Mar 14, 2009
Half of new cases tied to crackersAbout half of the new cases of confirmed salmonella infection continue to show up in people who ate Austin or Keebler peanut butter crackers manufactured by the Kellogg Co., according to officials from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... Salmonella infections are usually mild, but they can be severe and, in some cases, life threatening ... A salmonella infection in a toddler can be severe, even life threatening, Rector noted. (MSNBC -- Health)
No local Salmonella cases reported Mar 11, 2009
If you feel ill and are experiencing symptoms of Salmonella infection, you should see your medical provider. For more information about Salmonella, visit www. (Harlan Tribune, IA)
Peanut poisoning lawsuit blames Kellogg Co. Feb 28, 2009
Jacob was sick for 11 days with severe symptoms of salmonella infection after munching on his favorite comfort food -- peanut butter crackers. Now Peter Hurley, a Portland policeman, and Brandy Hurley, his wife, are suing the manufacturer, Kellogg Co., for unspecified damages in one of the biggest outbreaks of food poisoning in U.S. history, with at least 666 people becoming ill so far and nine deaths. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Officials warn Oregonians not to eat bulk peanuts Feb 25, 2009
Oregon health officials have confirmed a new case of salmonella infection, and for the first time peanuts sold in bins are the likely culprit. The peanuts came from the Peanut Corp. of America's Plainview, Texas, plant, which has been linked to a salmonella outbreak. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Local salmonella cases linked to peanut butter Feb 21, 2009
In Ohio, health departments require that restaurant workers with salmonella infection have a stool test showing that they are no longer carrying the salmonella bacterium before they return to work. People should wash their hands after contact with animal feces. (News-Herald.com)
Peanut scare takes its toll on another Oregon firm Feb 17, 2009
Although the plant has been linked to six cases of salmonella infection, the company was under no federal or state pressure to pull the sweets ... On Friday, health authorities in Colorado told The Oregonian that they had traced six cases of salmonella infection to peanuts purchased from the Texas plant. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Salmonella tough to stop Feb 12, 2009
92 cases of salmonella infection per 100,000 people, missing the national target of 6. 8 cases per 100,000 by a wide margin. (MSNBC -- Health)
Health risks may reach far beyond reported victims Feb 10, 2009
In most cases, salmonella infection lasts four to seven days. The body eventually fights it off. (USA Today)
Salmonella-Tainted Peanut Butter Found in Connecticut Feb 8, 2009
This provides further evidence that some lots of King Nut brand peanut butter delivered to food service accounts are responsible for a recent outbreak of salmonella infections in consumers ... In these patients, the Salmonella infection may spread from the intestines to the blood stream, and then to other body sites and can cause death unless the person is treated promptly with antibiotics. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Oregon dog poisoned Feb 8, 2009
State Public Health Veterinarian Emilio DeBess reported the first confirmed case of Salmonella infection in an Oakland, Oregon dog that ate Happy Tails dog biscuits from Albertsons ... Vets say pets with salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea (sometimes bloody), fever, and vomiting. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Congress introduces food safety bill as more peanut products are recalled Feb 7, 2009
said food safety should be a priority, as the country bounces from recall to recall, with people dying from salmonella infection. Scientists found two strains of salmonella at the Peanut Corporation plant in Blakely, Ga. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Facts about salmonella Feb 7, 2009
About 40,000 cases of salmonella infection, or salmonellosis, are reported in the U.S. each year. Many more go unreported. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Salmonella Common In U.S. Poultry Feb 7, 2009
Investigators linked the salmonella infections to the handling of live, older poultry bought for meat or egg production ... "Live poultry is a source of human salmonella infections," said Dr. Umid Sharapov, a CDC medical epidemiologist and co-author of the report ... "Human salmonella infections due to contact with poultry are not uncommon," Imperato said. (MEDLINEplus)
All Products at Georgia Peanut Plant Recalled Feb 7, 2009
No cases of salmonella infection have resulted from the latter three strains, Tauxe added. While jars of peanut butter on store shelves appear to be safe, hundreds of peanut butter and peanut paste products from scores of companies have been recalled so far. (MEDLINEplus)
Salmonella Infection Numbers Still Rising; Recalls Rise Also Feb 7, 2009
NutriSystem, pet food company join grocers and food suppliers in pulling products from shelves as FDA advises consumers not to eat anything but jars of peanut butter while probe continues. Wednesday, January 21, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Tainted peanut products menace pets Feb 7, 2009
Similarly, outbreaks of salmonella infections in large animal teaching hospitals have been linked to the introduction of bacteria from infected human personnel, with subsequent spread to animals and then back to other human workers ... Pet turtles were responsible for 103 cases of salmonella infection in the second half of 2007, most of them in young children, the report said. (MSNBC -- Health)
Kellogg Halts Sales of Peanut Butter Crackers Feb 7, 2009
Although their causes of death haven't been determined, all five adults had salmonella infection when they died. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the salmonella outbreak may have contributed to their deaths, the news service said. (MEDLINEplus)
Peanut Butter Recalled As Salmonella Search Continues Feb 7, 2009
An estimated 40,000 cases of salmonella infection are reported each year in the United States, but those are only the reported cases, Mody said ... In severe cases, the salmonella infection can spread from the intestines to the bloodstream and other parts of the body, causing death unless antibiotics are administered, according to the CDC.. (MEDLINEplus)
Improper Microwaving Led to Pot Pie-Salmonella Outbreak Feb 7, 2009
The outbreak included 401 cases of salmonella infection (salmonellosis) in 41 states. Of the people who became ill, 32 percent were hospitalized. (MEDLINEplus)
