"Okay then, epidemiology.

"Non typhoidal salmonellosis is a worldwide disease of humans and animals. Main reservoir: animals; main transmission is via food, right?

"Typhoidal salmonellosis is different, it’s spread mainly from person-to person via the fecal-oral route and has no significant animal reservoirs. Asymptomatic human carriers often implicated."

Grizz speaks up louder. "Doctor!"

"Yes?"

"I think that’s enough background."

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