Salmonella in Babies: When Diarrhea Becomes a Medical Emergency

Holly Wehment interviews Dr. J.B. Canty about why salmonella gastroenteritis in infants is an urgent clinical concern, how it differs from older children, and the science behind invasive disease. The episode reviews testing and treatment steps (blood cultures, when to give antibiotics, and when to perform lumbar puncture), red flags and symptoms to watch for, and common clinical pitfalls in management. Practical prevention and counseling tips for families and clinicians are discussed, including hand hygiene, food preparation, pet exposures, dehydration management, and when to seek urgent care.