Salmonellosis control: the role of animal and product hygiene/ WHO Expert Committee on Salmonellosis Control

Introduction -- Bacteriology, pathogenicity, and immunology of zoonotic salmonellae -- Epidemiology of zoonotic salmonella infection -- Veterinary contribution to salmonella surveillance -- Veterinary measures aimed at preventing the transmission of zoonotic salmonellae in farms -- Prevention of spread of salmonella contamination during slaughtering and processing -- Risks and hygiene when handling companion and other close-contact animals -- Preventive measures applied to internationak transfer of animals,feed,and food of animal origin -- Control of antibiotic resistance of zoonotic salmonellae -- Planning and management of the control of zoonotic salmonella infection in animals and food of animal origin -- Conclusion and general recommendation -- Recommendations for research

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