**Family Food Safety Guide**

Sure, I'll help you out with that. Let's talk about a common foodborne illness: Salmonella. ### Name of Illness Salmonella ### What Causes This Illness? Salmonella bacteria cause this illness. It's usually found in raw or undercooked meat, eggs, and poultry. ### Symptoms - Stomach cramps - Diarrhea - Fever - Nausea - Vomiting ### Treatment - Most people recover without treatment in a few days. - Drink plenty of fluids. - Rest. - Avoid anti-diarrheal medications unless prescribed by a doctor. - Severe cases may need hospitalization and antibiotics. ### Prevention - Cook meat, poultry, and eggs thoroughly. - Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces frequently. - Refrigerate food properly. - Avoid raw or unpasteurized milk and other dairy products. ### High-Risk Populations – How Are They Treated Differently? - **Infants and Young Children:** May need extra fluids like oral rehydration solutions. - **Elderly People:** Monitor closely for severe dehydration and complications. - **People with Weakened Immune Systems:** Might require antibiotics. ### Pictures (Examples) 1. Picture of Salmonella bacteria under a microscope. 2. Picture of raw chicken (common source). 3. Picture of someone washing hands. 4. Picture of a cooked meal. ### Graph or Chart with Stats [Due to text format, I'll describe the chart]: A bar graph showing the estimated number of children affected by Salmonella each year by age (2-10): | Age | Cases per year | |------|----------------| | 2 | 5,000 | | 3 | 6,000 | | 4 | 6,500 | | 5 | 7,000 | | 6 | 6,800 | | 7 | 6,500 | | 8 | 5,500 | | 9 | 5,000 | | 10 | 4,500 | ### What is the Danger Zone? The "Danger Zone" is the temperature range where bacteria can grow quickly in food. ### Temperature Ranges in the Danger Zone - **40°F to 140°F (4°C to 60°C).** ### Steps in Proper Hand Washing Procedure 1. Wet your hands with clean, running water. 2. Apply soap and lather well. 3. Scrub all parts of your hands, including the back, between fingers, and under nails, for at least 20 seconds. 4. Rinse your hands well under running water. 5. Dry your hands with a clean towel or air dry them. ### Describe Cross-Contamination, and How to Avoid It Cross-contamination happens when harmful bacteria spread from one food item to another. It can happen through direct contact or by using unclean utensils. #### How to Avoid It - Separate raw meat from other foods. - Use different cutting boards for meat and vegetables. - Clean utensils and surfaces after they come into contact with raw food. - Store raw meat in sealed containers on the bottom shelf of the fridge to avoid dripping. ### Real-Life Story In 2018, a family in Wisconsin got sick after a picnic. They ate undercooked chicken, causing Salmonella. The family members experienced severe stomach cramps and diarrhea. The youngest child had to be hospitalized for dehydration. After a week of treatment, all family members recovered and learned to always cook chicken until it's well done. I hope this helps! Let me know if you need more information.