Ramona Salmonella Outbreak Expands, Traced to Local Raw-Egg Supply

A San Diego County salmonella outbreak tied to raw eggs has grown to 21 cases with 7 hospitalizations, linked to local egg supplier Happy Hens and mayonnaise made with raw eggs at Ramona Family Naturals Market. The market stopped using raw eggs, and health officials are alerting retailers about egg handling, storage, grading, and labeling. The outbreak is not connected to the Midwest shell-egg outbreak. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, with higher risk for children under 5, adults over 65, and the immunocompromised; guidance emphasizes discarding suspicious eggs, cooking eggs thoroughly, and washing hands and surfaces. People with symptoms should contact their healthcare provider and report illnesses to the county health department.