What Is Salmonella?
9. Prevention
The most effective way of preventing cases of salmonellosis is to practice good hygiene standards. In particular, this tends to means washing your hands regularly. It is especially important to do this after using the bathroom, after changing diapers, and before handling food. It is also very important to wash your hands after handling certain animals.
It is also important to prevent cross contamination. This means storing different foods separately from each other. Also avoid consuming raw eggs which are also known to contain salmonella. If you are travelling in developing countries, you will need to take extra precautions to ensure that any food and drinks you consume are safe.
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