Common to nose, throat, hair and skin of humans, animal pelts. Protein foods are best carriers, particularly in sauces. Can strike within 30 minutes, normally in 2 to 4 hours. Recovery from violent flu like paroxysms is 24 to 48 hours. Food handlers are major source of contamination.
Vibrios generate rapidly under favorable conditions.
Aeromonas grow at low refrigeration temperatures. Vibrios are ubiquitous in estuaries and coastal waters throughout the world. Parahaemolyticus causes severe gastroenteritis. Raw seafoods, inadequate refrigeration and cooking are key factors. Human fecal contamination is key route for cholera.