What causes Salmonella?

* Eating contaminated food or water. Salmonella can be found in a variety of foods, including raw or undercooked meat, poultry, eggs, dairy products, fruits, and vegetables. It can also be found in water that has been contaminated with sewage.

* Contact with infected animals or their feces. Salmonella can be spread by contact with infected animals, such as reptiles, amphibians, birds, and farm animals. It can also be spread by contact with the feces of infected animals.

* Traveling to countries where Salmonella is common. Salmonella is more common in some countries than others. Travelers to these countries are at an increased risk of infection.