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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.

via nbcnews.com|

#cdc #egg-recall #food-safety

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Mass egg recall tied to salmonella outbreak across 17 states

A nationwide egg recall affects nearly 1.6 million cartons (about 19 million eggs) from Midwest Poultry Services after a salmonella enteritidis outbreak sickened 98 people in 17 states, with Texas most affected. The eggs, produced in Texas and distributed to retailers and foodservice across several states, carry codes P-1950 or 0840962 and sell-by dates between July 20 and Aug 17, 2026. Consumers should check their eggs and discard or return recalled products; retailers and restaurants were advised not to serve them. Health officials are continuing to investigate other possible sources as a separate cyclospora outbreak also affects the region.

via Detroit Free Press|

#eggs #fda #health

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Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce hits nine states

The CDC says the multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce has expanded to nine states, with about 1,950 illnesses now tied to Taco Bell and potential hospitalizations but no deaths. Taylor Farms de Mexico is identified as the likely source, prompting a recall, while Mexican tests on the facility were negative; the FDA continues an investigation into an unidentified product, and the long incubation means contaminated lettuce circulated weeks earlier.

via CNBC|

#cyclosporiasis #health #iceberg-lettuce

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Fresh lettuce linked cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell across states

An ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at certain Taco Bell locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia. The FDA traceback points to a single iceberg lettuce supplier from Mexico; Taco Bell has voluntarily removed potentially affected lettuce while public health officials continue investigating. Cases are reported in 34 states with about 7,000 illnesses and Michigan and Ohio reporting the largest counts.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#cyclosporiasis #fda-investigation #health

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Egg Recall Sparks Salmonella Outbreak Sickening Nearly 100 People

A multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to specific eggs has sickened 95 people across 14 states, including North Carolina, prompting a recall of eggs by Country Eggs, LLC. The CDC advises checking and discarding the recalled eggs and seeking medical attention for severe symptoms. The true number of cases may be higher due to underreporting and delayed reporting.

via wral.com|

#egg-recall #food-safety #health

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"Recent Recalls: Listeria Contamination in Salad Kits, Dressings, and Dairy Products"

Dole Fresh Vegetables is recalling certain salad kits due to potential listeria contamination from cheese processed on the same line as the recalled cheese from Rizo-Lopez Foods. The recall affects Dole-branded, President’s Choice, and Marketside salad kits. The multistate outbreak of listeria infections linked to Rizo-Lopez Foods has prompted the recall of over 100 products. The CDC has reported two deaths and 23 hospitalizations related to the outbreak, with infections dating back to 2014. Consumers are urged to discard the affected products, and the FDA's recall list continues to be updated as the investigation unfolds.

via Fox Business|

#dole #fda-recall #health-and-safety

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"Small Turtles Spark Nationwide Salmonella Outbreak"

A multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to handling small turtles has resulted in 59 reported illnesses across 18 states, with 23 hospitalizations. Health officials are warning the public, especially those at higher risk, to take precautions when handling pet turtles. Guidelines include purchasing turtles from reputable sources, avoiding gifting turtles to young children or individuals with weakened immune systems, practicing good hygiene, and maintaining cleanliness. Releasing turtles into the wild is discouraged, and businesses involved in turtle sales are advised to comply with regulations and educate customers on proper care. Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. The CDC continues to monitor the situation and urges the public to stay informed and take necessary precautions.

via Food Safety News|

#health #hygiene #multistate-outbreak