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Poultry-borne salmonellosis in Scotland.

W J Reilly1, G I Forbes, J C Sharp

  • 1Communicable Diseases (Scotland) Unit, Ruchill Hospital, Glasgow.

Epidemiology and Infection
|August 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Poultry-meat linked to 224 salmonellosis outbreaks in Scotland (1980-1985), causing 2,245 illnesses and 12 deaths. Irradiation of poultry meat may be essential to control this public health issue.

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Area of Science:

  • Food Safety
  • Microbiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Salmonellosis outbreaks linked to poultry meat are a significant public health concern.
  • Between 1980-1985, Scotland reported 224 salmonellosis outbreaks associated with poultry meat.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the epidemiology of salmonellosis outbreaks linked to poultry meat in Scotland.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of current control measures and explore potential solutions.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of reported salmonellosis outbreaks associated with poultry meat.
  • Identification and serotyping of Salmonella from affected individuals and poultry.

Main Results:

  • 224 outbreaks affected 2,245 individuals, resulting in 12 deaths.

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  • 21 Salmonella serotypes were identified in humans, and 33 in poultry.
  • Current preventative measures for poultry flocks and processing plants are ineffective.

    • Conclusions:

    • Existing control measures for poultry-borne salmonellosis are failing.
    • Irradiation of poultry meat is proposed as a potentially effective method to reduce public health risks.