Campylobacteriosis
Campylobacteriosis
Campylobacteriosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Campylobacter. The bacteria are spread by eating or drinking food or water that is contaminated by the feces of an infected person or from contact with an infected pet (especially puppies and kittens). Improperly cooked poultry, untreated water, and unpasteurized milk are the main sources of infection.
Information for the general public
- Campylobacteriosis fact sheet
- Hoja informativa de campilobacteriosis (Spanish campylobacteriosis fact sheet)
- Raw milk fact sheet
- Hoja informativa de la leche cruda (Spanish raw milk fact sheet)
- Traveler’s GI illness prevention guide
- CDC—Ways to stay healthy around animals