Salmonella, Cyclospora outbreaks grip US states: 1.5 million dozen eggs, jalapeño peppers, lettuce recalled
A Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has also spread across 17 US states, while a multi-state Cyclospora outbreak led to the recall of iceberg lettuce. Here's all you need to know about the states affected and source of these infections.
A multi-state outbreak of Salmonella infections has been linked to jalapeño peppers and eggs, resulting in recalls and investigations by health officials. As of the latest update, 345 cases of Salmonella have been reported in 27 US states, with no reported deaths. The CDC is tracing the source of these infections, which are believed to be linked to jalapeño peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors.
The outbreak is also associated with the consumption of eggs from Midwest Poultry Services in Texas. No deaths have been reported in the Cyclospora outbreak, which has resulted in the recall of iceberg lettuce. The true number of sick individuals in these outbreaks is likely higher than the reported cases, and the outbreaks may extend beyond the states with known illnesses.
Consumers are advised not to consume or serve recalled jalapeño peppers or eggs, and to wash surfaces that may have come into contact with these products.
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