Salmonellosis
Salmonellosis is a type of infection in the gut caused by the Salmonella bacteria.
It is usually spread by eating undercooked food from infected animals such as chicken, eggs or other meats. Raw fruits, vegetables and drinking water can also be contaminated with the bacteria, especially if they come in contact with the faeces of an infected person or animal.
Common animals that can carry Salmonella include chickens and other birds, reptiles (including geckoes, lizards and snakes), frogs, kangaroos, livestock, cats and dogs.
Notifiable disease
Salmonellosis is a notifiable disease.
Information for health professionals
| Type | Resource | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Document | Salmonellosis fact sheet | NT Health |
| Tropical Health Orientation Manual for health practitioners in Northern Australia | Salmonellosis | Centre for Remote Health |
Information for the public
| Type | Resource | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Webpage | Salmonella | NT Government |
| Webpage | Food safety and regulations | NT Government |
| Webpage | Salmonella | Health direct |
Exclusion periods for schools and daycares
There is a minimum period of exclusion from school, pre-school or childcare for children or educators with this infectious disease.
Get a copy of the time out minimum periods of exclusion.
Contact
Contact the Public Health Unit’s Centre for Disease Control.
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