Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Egg Recall Affects Dozens Across Seven States
Federal health officials reported that a salmonella outbreak associated with a significant egg recall has sickened at least 79 individuals across seven states, including Nevada. The recall involves approximately 1.7 million brown organic and cage-free eggs from the August Egg Company, distributed between February and May due to possible salmonella contamination.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 21 of the affected individuals have been hospitalized. The states impacted by the recall include Arizona, California, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Washington, and Wyoming. Consumers can find specific brand names and plant codes on the FDA and CDC websites.
Symptoms of salmonella poisoning often include diarrhea, fever, severe vomiting, dehydration, and stomach cramps, usually resolving within a week for most individuals. However, infections can be particularly severe for young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.
The CDC urges consumers to dispose of the recalled eggs or return them to the retailer. Additionally, surfaces that may have come into contact with the eggs should be thoroughly washed and disinfected to prevent further infection.
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