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Costco has issued a recall for Item No. 30782 Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze sold March 2–13, 2026, at stores in multiple states (including Illinois and Wisconsin) due to possible Salmonella from an ingredient supplier; customers should not consume the product and return it to Costco for a full refund, with no illnesses reported so far.
The Hawaii Department of Health warned the public about a recall of Costco’s Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze (Item #30783) due to a potential Salmonella contamination from an ingredient supplied by Griffith Foods. The product, sold chilled in a black-and-clear container and distributed to Hawaii Costco stores, has sell-by dates from 03/05/2026 to 03/16/2026. Do not eat the recalled item and return it to Costco for a full refund; no illnesses have been reported yet, but Salmonella can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever, and more serious complications in vulnerable groups. If symptoms occur after consumption, contact a healthcare provider.},
Illinois health investigators traced a Salmonella Agbeni outbreak to a Brown County fair beer tent, where a poorly cleaned cooler that stored ice may have contaminated beer; after consulting ChatGPT for guidance, researchers concluded the AI-assisted input supported the cooler as a credible source, but the utility of AI remains uncertain and new cooler sanitation protocols were put in place while AI limitations and the need for validation against primary literature were acknowledged.
An outbreak of Salmonella enterica serotype Agbeni affected 13 people across five Illinois counties who attended the Brown County Fair in late July/early August 2024, all linked to beer served from a cooler with ice that was not properly cleaned. Seven cases were laboratory-confirmed and six were probable. Investigators concluded that contaminated ice—likely from improper handling and standing meltwater in an improvised cooler—was the most plausible transmission vehicle, given no other common exposures. A single local ice vendor supplied the ice. No environmental testing of the cooler was possible. The public health response included enhanced cooler sanitation guidance, bleach-based sanitization, and tighter vendor licensing. An AI tool aided hypothesis generation but did not drive primary data collection. Limitations included reporting delays and lack of environmental confirmation.
Chia seeds sold nationwide are being recalled after Navitas Organics' supplier flagged potential salmonella exposure; the 8-ounce chia seeds (UPC 858847000284) sold at Whole Foods and on Amazon are affected; customers should return or discard the product; the FDA notes Salmonella can cause fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, with higher risk to young children, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.
Superfoods Inc. dba Live it Up is recalling all Live it Up Super Greens Original and Wild Berry flavors with lot codes starting with A or the number 3 for stick-pack products due to Salmonella contamination linked to 45 illnesses and 12 hospitalizations; products were sold online since Jan 2025 and on Amazon; consumers should dispose of the product and can request refunds at [email protected] as the FDA and company investigate; production has been suspended and no other Live it Up products are affected.
CDC links a multistate Salmonella outbreak to a powdered greens supplement, with 45 cases in 21 states and 12 hospitalizations; Live it Up voluntarily recalls all Super Greens products and urges disposal and cleaning. The digest also covers a Lyme disease cost study, avian influenza outbreaks in poultry, and declines in nursing-home capacity that may delay hospital discharges.
At least 45 people in 21 states have fallen ill with salmonella linked to Superfoods Inc.’s Live It Up Super Greens powder, prompting a recall of the original and wild berry flavors with expiration dates from August 2026 to January 2028. About 12 people have been hospitalized; no deaths have been reported. The FDA and CDC are investigating and warn consumers to discard recalled products or return them to the place of purchase, as illnesses began between Aug. 22 and Dec. 30, 2025 and the product was distributed nationwide.
Spring & Mulberry voluntarily recalls lot #025255 of its Mint Leaf Date Sweetened Chocolate Bar (2.1 oz) due to potential Salmonella contamination; no illnesses have been reported. The recalled product has been sold online and at select retailers since Sept 15, 2025 and can be identified by teal packaging, Mint Leaf flavor, and lot code #025255. Consumers should dispose of the product and can request a refund by emailing [email protected] with a photo of the lot code.
A multistate salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters has sickened over 60 people across 22 states. Health officials advise avoiding raw oysters, especially for vulnerable groups, and emphasize proper cooking and handling practices to reduce infection risks. Salmonella can cause gastrointestinal illness with symptoms like diarrhea and fever, and cooking oysters thoroughly is the best way to kill bacteria. People should stay informed about recalls and advisories, and practice good hygiene to prevent illness from seafood and other high-risk foods.
A multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters has sickened at least 64 people across 22 states, including Maryland, with some hospitalized. Health officials advise thoroughly cooking oysters to prevent infection, as the investigation into the source continues, and no recall has been issued yet.
A Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters has affected 64 people across 22 states, including South Carolina, prompting health officials to recommend cooking oysters to prevent illness. The CDC and FDA are investigating the source, and symptoms include diarrhea, fever, and cramps, with vulnerable populations at higher risk of severe illness.
A Maryland resident is among 64 people across 22 U.S. states who have fallen ill with Salmonella from consuming raw oysters, prompting an investigation by the CDC and FDA. No deaths have been reported, and health officials advise cooking oysters thoroughly to prevent infection.
Maine is among 22 states affected by a Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters, with at least one case and 20 hospitalizations reported; health officials are investigating the source, but no recalls have been issued.
The CDC reports an ongoing salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters, affecting 64 people across 22 states, with 20 hospitalized; health officials are investigating the source, and the CDC recommends cooking oysters to reduce infection risk.