Foodborne Salmonella outbreaks are increasing

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May 2, 2018 - Microbiology

Foodborne Salmonella outbreaks are increasing

In 2016, 94,530 cases of salmonellosis in humans were reported in the EU. Salmonella Enteritidis, the most common type of salmonella, was responsible for 59% of all salmonellosis cases in the EU and is primarily associated with the consumption of eggs, egg products, and poultry meat.

"The increase shown by our surveillance data is concerning and calls for continued vigilance," said Mike Catchpole, Chief Scientist at ECDC.

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Source: www.fleischerei.de