Write a 500-word research report on a pathogenic bacterium that is not discussed in this unit (you may choose one from the table in the pathogenic bacteria section of the Eubacteria lesson). Include the history, the scientific name of the bacterium, vectors, symptoms, etc.

Salmonella (Salmonellosis) is a bacterium of the Enterobacteriaceae family that causes food poisoning and, in rare cases, can cause serious infections and even death.

Salmonella is a bacterium that has two species that cause disease in humans:

S. enterica
S. bongori.

Salmonella enterica, of major public health relevance, is composed of six subspecies.

Transmission occurs with the ingestion of food contaminated with animal feces, the bacteria is normally found in animals such as

Chickens
Pigs
Reptiles
Amphibians
Cows
and even domestic animals such as dogs and cats.

In this way, any food that comes from these animals or that has come into contact with their feces can be considered routes of transmission of Salmonella (Salmonellosis).

With this information, we can complete the 500 word research report on Salmonella.

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