At the University of Saskatchewan, researchers have been working on a novel salmonella vaccine that holds promise for preventing this food-borne infection. The vaccine, being developed at the university’s Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization — International Vaccine Centre (VIDO-InterVac), has shown positive preliminary results in animal models.
“As salmonella strains are becoming more antibiotic-resistant, treating the infection is more difficult,” said VIDO-InterVac scientist Aaron White, U of S Jarislowsky Chair in Biotechnology.
“Developing a vaccine will reduce the need for antibiotics and may slow down the development of antibiotic-resistant strains.”
Salmonella infection causes gastroenteritis which involves vomiting, fever and diarrhea. People can get infected by eating contaminated meat, eggs, or milk, or when foods have come into contact with manure. Pets such as cats, dogs, and reptiles may also carry and spread the infection.
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