The most typically infected spices were coriander, basil, oregano, sesame seeds, pepper, cumin, and curry powder. Salmonella spp. Can infect or be carried by birds, animals, and humans. The bacteria can enter the body through any opening in the skin, such as a cut or scrape. People become sick between 24 hours and six weeks after eating food contaminated with feces. Infected individuals may have diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain, and vomiting. Some people may experience no symptoms at all. Salmonella infections are usually diagnosed based on clinical symptoms and laboratory tests. Antibiotics cannot cure salmonellosis but do help kill off the bacteria if you suffer from severe symptoms or if you are at risk for developing complications. There is no vaccine to prevent salmonellosis. Salmonella can live outside of its host for several days depending on temperature. It can survive in water at temperatures below 140 degrees F for 3 days. Above this temperature, it will die within 2 hours. Salmonella can also live inside objects that are not properly cleaned. Cleaning methods include washing fruits and vegetables with a solution of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water. Cooking destroys some types of bacteria, which should reduce your risk of getting sick.