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Why Salmonella sickens some people more severely than others

Why Salmonella sickens some people more severely than others

A UK outbreak with 207 confirmed cases offers a window into the rare progression from gastrointestinal illness to bloodstream infection. The Conversation explains why most people recover within a week while a minority develop serious complications.

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Why does Salmonella cause serious illness in some people but not others?