Reptiles and Salmonella
Being a pet parent requires a lot of work but the joy and companionship they bring is unmatched. To date, we share our house with 2 dogs, 4 cats, 2 snakes, a parakeet, a tarantula, and a bearded dragon named…
Salmonella Alters Your DNA
When we think about DNA altering, at least for me, one of the first things that come to mind is science fiction. As a writer, science fiction is not my area of expertise, but I have read my fair share…
Backyard Chickens Salmonella
Salmonella is one of the most common foodborne illnesses in the United States. You can get it from red onions, lettuce, sprouts — even from nut butters like peanut butter. And guess what? Backyard Chickens. Backyard Chickens Salmonella outbreaks sweep…
Backyard Chickens Cause Salmonella in Australia
Reports show the recent outbreak of Salmonella in Queensland is caused by backyard chickens. This time the Backyard Chickens Salmonella Australia outbreak happened to be Salmonella Typhimurium. A more common strain than last year’s rare Salmonella Enteritidis derived from infected…
Mystery Solved! Salmonella Outbreak in Michigan Linked to Red Onions
A Salmonella outbreak has been puzzling health investigators for weeks, with no real source in sight. Michigan residents have been cautioned to look out for symptoms, but until today avoidance tactics were futile – without knowing what to avoid. This…
Salmonella Is Your Elder: Ancient DNA Proves It.
We’ve heard the conspiracy theories. So, let’s talk about them. Not all of them, let’s stick to the subject of food. Some conspiracies allude to modern-day food processing being the reason why foodborne illnesses exist. What if I told you…