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Salmonella Directory
Salmonella bacteria can be transmitted by contaminated foods or by animals. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how salmonella infection (salmonellosis) happens, its symptoms, how to treat it, and much more.
Medical Reference
Food Poisoning: What to Know
Learn about the germs, viruses, and parasites that are the biggest causes of food poisoning.
How to Prevent Food Poisoning
Food poisoning is common – and preventable. Learn what foods to be careful with, how to cook and clean, and what to watch for in restaurants and while traveling.
Diarrhea Treatment
Learn more from WebMD about first aid steps for diarrhea.
Gastroenteritis Treatment
Gastroenteritis is a condition that causes vomiting, nausea, fever and diarrhea. WebMD tells you how to recognize whether it is caused by food poisoning, and how to stay hydrated.
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Keeping Foods Safe From Deadly Bacteria
Planning a picnic? Here's how to make sure your food is safe.
Cracking Down on Eggs
Eggs have a bad rap. First, they were thought to raise cholesterol levels. Then, they were linked to Salmonella infections. But does the lowly egg really deserve its menacing reputation?
Avoiding Food Poisoning
Avoiding Food Poisoning
Germs
Public health experts tell WebMD about the 'dirty dozen' of places where germs love to hide. Learn about sources of e-coli infection and more.