10 Common Pathogens
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Pathogen #3: Campylobacter
The importance of hygienic practices around food is well known, but still many people tend to treat food with complacency. Food can be harbouring numerous species of potentially harmful bacteria so it is important to do what you can to protect yourself and others. This includes all types of food, particularly meat, and chicken is no exception.
The campylobacter bacteria can be found in chicken that has not been cooked thoroughly. This means you can catch it from eating food that has been in contact with undercooked chicken, or by directly eating undercooked chicken yourself. Common symptoms include diarrhea, stomach cramps and bloating. Symptoms will generally clear up in a week or so.
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