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FDA Escalates Egg Recall to Class I Over Salmonella Alarms
health6 days ago

FDA Escalates Egg Recall to Class I Over Salmonella Alarms

The FDA upgraded a major egg recall to Class I, signaling a high risk of serious health consequences from salmonella. The recall covers more than 1.5 million dozen eggs distributed by Midwest Poultry Services to six states under brands like Kroger and Simple Truth. The action follows at least 98 illnesses reported in 17 states and 26 hospitalizations. Recalled eggs have best-by dates July 20–Aug 17 and can be identified by carton codes listed on the FDA site; consumers should check their eggs and report symptoms if exposed.

FDA upgrades egg recall to Class I amid salmonella outbreak risk
health10 days ago

FDA upgrades egg recall to Class I amid salmonella outbreak risk

The FDA has elevated a large egg recall to Class I, its highest warning level, after about 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations linked to salmonella. The recall covers roughly 1.6 million cartons (about 19 million eggs) distributed to Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana, Brookshire Grocery stores across multiple states, and other retailers. Affected eggs carry sell-by dates between July 20 and August 17, 2026 and codes P-1950 or 0840962 with Julian dates 157–184. The recall began in July; consumers who have these eggs should discard them or return them for refunds.

FDA raises egg recall to top risk amid Salmonella outbreak
public-health11 days ago

FDA raises egg recall to top risk amid Salmonella outbreak

The FDA elevated a July recall of about 19 million eggs linked to Salmonella to Class I, its highest risk level, signaling a reasonable probability that exposure could cause serious health consequences or death. The eggs were produced in Texas and distributed to six states; initial reports noted 98 illnesses, 26 hospitalizations, and Texas accounted for the majority of cases. Consumers should discard any remaining eggs or return them to the point of purchase. The digest also includes briefs on measles transmission from vaccinated individuals, vaccination messaging to boost older adults’ immunization, and chronic wasting disease found on Wisconsin deer farms, among other public health updates.

FDA Elevates Egg Recall to Class I Over Salmonella Fears
health11 days ago

FDA Elevates Egg Recall to Class I Over Salmonella Fears

FDA has upgraded an egg recall to Class I, its highest health-risk level, due to potential Salmonella contamination linked to 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations across 17 states. Recalled eggs bear carton codes P-1950 or 0840962. The recall comes amid other recent safety alerts (jalapeño and lettuce outbreaks). Officials say seasonal factors and distribution-center issues may contribute to contamination, with root causes still under investigation; some lawmakers also point to CDC funding cuts. Public should monitor FDA/state health sites, dispose of or return recalled products, wash produce, and remain vigilant as investigations continue.

Multistate Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Recalled Eggs Prompts 17-State Health Alert
health11 days ago

Multistate Salmonella Outbreak Tied to Recalled Eggs Prompts 17-State Health Alert

A multistate outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis linked to recalled shell eggs produced by Midwest Poultry Services has sickened dozens across 17 states, prompting a recall of about 1.59 million dozen eggs sold under brands including Country Morning, Cal‑Maze Sunups, Brookshire’s, Simple Truth and Kroger. The eggs were produced in Texas between June 6 and July 3, 2026. The CDC, FDA and state health departments are investigating, and consumers should not eat recalled eggs and should discard them or return them to the retailer; businesses should stop selling the eggs and sanitize affected surfaces as updates from official health agencies are issued.

FDA Flags Class I Egg Recall After Salmonella Outbreak Ties to 19 Million Eggs
health14 days ago

FDA Flags Class I Egg Recall After Salmonella Outbreak Ties to 19 Million Eggs

The FDA has issued a Class I recall for nearly 19 million eggs produced by Midwest Poultry Services in Texas due to a Salmonella risk linked to an outbreak that has sickened about 98 people across 17 states. The recall covers cage‑free eggs sold under Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire’s, Country Morning and Sunups, with specific date codes and UPCs. Consumers should discard the eggs or return them for refunds while investigators search for other possible sources of contamination.

1.5 million egg cartons recalled over Salmonella outbreak—here’s how to stay safe
health23 days ago

1.5 million egg cartons recalled over Salmonella outbreak—here’s how to stay safe

A multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has prompted the recall of more than 1.5 million dozen eggs from Midwest Poultry Services (Texas), with 98 illnesses and 26 hospitalizations across 17 states. Recalled cartons sold under Kroger, Simple Truth, Brookshire’s, Cal-Maine, and Country Morning have best-by dates July 20–August 17, 2026 and codes P-1950 or 0840962; discard or return them. The CDC advises refrigerating perishables promptly, cooking eggs and poultry to 165°F, washing hands, sanitizing surfaces, and washing produce; Chipotle jalapeños were recalled separately in connection with a different Salmonella outbreak in Minnesota.

Millions of eggs recalled amid salmonella outbreak across 17 states
health1 month ago

Millions of eggs recalled amid salmonella outbreak across 17 states

Health officials are investigating a multistate salmonella enteritidis outbreak linked to eggs, prompting Midwest Poultry Services to recall about 19 million eggs (roughly 1.6 million cartons) across 17 states, with Texas reporting the most illnesses (98 total, 26 hospitalized). Eggs were produced in Texas and distributed to retailers and foodservice (including Kroger Simple Truth and other brands). Check your eggs for sell-by dates July 20–Aug 17, 2026 and carton codes P-1950 or 0840962; discard or return recalled products. The FDA/CDCs are continuing the investigation; no deaths have been reported.

Major egg recall tied to 98 Salmonella cases across 17 states
health1 month ago

Major egg recall tied to 98 Salmonella cases across 17 states

The FDA and CDC link a recall of about 1.6 million dozen eggs from Midwest Poultry Services to a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened 98 people and hospitalized 26 across 17 states between Nov 21, 2025 and Jun 30, 2026. Traceback and whole-genome sequencing connect the illnesses to the producer; affected eggs (white and brown cage-free) sold under multiple brands carry codes P-1950 or 0840962 with Julian dates 157–184 and were sold in Kroger, Brookshire’s and other retailers across TX, LA, OK, AR, NM, MS and more. Consumers should discard recalled eggs or return them; restaurants and retailers should stop selling them and sanitize affected surfaces. Typical Salmonella symptoms appear 12–72 hours after ingestion and last 4–7 days, with higher risk for young children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals.

Nearly 19 Million Eggs Recalled Over Salmonella Risk
health1 month ago

Nearly 19 Million Eggs Recalled Over Salmonella Risk

Midwest Poultry Services voluntarily recalled about 19 million eggs due to potential Salmonella contamination. The white and brown cage-free eggs produced in Texas carry sell-by dates between July 20 and Aug 17, 2026 and were sold at Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana, Brookshire Grocery stores in several states, and to foodservice customers. Consumers are advised not to eat the recalled eggs and to return them for a full refund; the eggs are identifiable by carton codes P-1950 or 0840962 with Julian Dates 157–184. The recall is precautionary, with no illnesses reported, and a full list of affected products is available on the FDA website.

Texas egg recall: nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs pulled over salmonella risk
health1 month ago

Texas egg recall: nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs pulled over salmonella risk

Nearly 1.6 million dozen white- and brown-shell eggs from Midwest Poultry Services in Texas are being recalled due to potential salmonella enteritidis contamination. Recalled cartons must show codes P-1950 or 0840962 with Julian dates 157–184. The eggs were sold at Kroger stores in Texas and Louisiana, Brookshire Grocery Co. stores across TX, OK, AR, LA, NM and MS, and shipped to foodservice/retailers in TX, OK, and LA. Consumers should not eat the eggs and return them for a full refund; for questions, contact Midwest Poultry Services at 574-405-9531. Common salmonella symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, with higher risk for young children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals.