Campylobacter: The diarrhoea pathogen is often found on poultry meat
FAQ issued 15 November 2024
Campylobacter bacteria are the most common pathogens of bacterial intestinal infections in Germany. The disease they cause - campylobacteriosis - is one of the so-called zoonoses, as the pathogens are usually transmitted from animals to humans. The disease is often caused by poultry meat. Good kitchen hygiene can help to replace an infection.
Important questions and answers about Campylobacter and the disease caused by the bacteria are summarised below.