How does ‘Salmonella’ contaminate everything under the sun? A food safety specialist explains how you can stop its spread

Will salmonellosis turn your eggs sunny-side up into a biohazard? wildpixel/iStock via Getty Images Does it feel like Salmonella is contaminating everything these days? From the food you eat and the pets you love to the surfaces you touch and the recreational areas you enjoy, this deadly bacterium can be found almost everywhere. As of August 2026, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 10 outbreaks related to Salmonella this year linked to a variety of sources,…