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What is salmonella?

Salmonella is a common bacterial infection that can cause food poisoning, often found in raw or undercooked eggs, poultry, and meat. Symptoms include fever, diarrhoea, and abdominal cramps. In this story, nearly 100 people fell ill after consuming contaminated eggs, leading to a large-scale recall to prevent further sickness.

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Nearly 1.6m dozen eggs recalled in US over salmonella outbreak