Qdoba removes jalapeños as salmonella outbreak spreads to 27 states
At least 345 people — the majority in Colorado and Minnesota — have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning regarding a Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers sold to popular fast-food chains Chipotle and QDOBA. As of August 5, the CDC reported 345 cases across 27 states, with 36 requiring hospitalization. The outbreak is believed to have originated from jalapeño peppers sourced from Sinaloa, Mexico, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors to the two restaurant chains.
Chipotle and QDOBA have both removed the affected jalapeños from their restaurants, citing their commitment to guest health and adherence to public health guidance. The CDC and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) do not currently consider these establishments to pose an ongoing risk, but the FDA is still investigating potential distribution to grocery stores.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, and other gastrointestinal issues, typically appearing within six days of consumption. While most cases resolve on their own, severe infections may require medical treatment, especially for vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
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