Does all raw chicken have salmonella?

USDA notes that it does not know of any valid scientific information that shows that any specific type of chicken has more or less Salmonella bacteria than other poultry. Consumers should use proper handling and cooking instructions for all raw meat and poultry. read more

No, not all raw chicken has salmonella. Salmonella is a bacteria. If that bacteria isn't present in/on the chicken, then there's no chance that the chicken is carrying it. The problem is that salmonella is very widespread and can be spread easily between animals, humans, and animal-human interactions. read more

Chicken can be a nutritious choice, but raw chicken is often contaminated with Campylobacter bacteria and sometimes with Salmonella and Clostridium perfringens bacteria. If you eat undercooked chicken or other foods or beverages contaminated by raw chicken or its juices, you can get a foodborne illness, which is also called food poisoning. read more

Hard to tell. Most chicken contains salmonella. It's possible for the occasional chicken part not to but not likely. read more

No, not all raw chicken has salmonella. Salmonella is a bacteria. If that bacteria isn't present in/on the chicken, then there's no chance that the chicken is carrying it. read more

). but if you eat raw chicken, you're in for more than just samonella. all kinds of other bacteria live there, and it can make you really sick. read more