The CDC is alerting the public to a Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs sold in Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin. To date, 65 people across nine states have fallen ill, with most cases concentrated in Wisconsin and Illinois.
The outbreak strain of Salmonella has shown resistance to some common antibiotics, potentially complicating treatment. Investigations have traced the contaminated eggs back to Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC.
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As a result, the company has initiated a recall of all eggs sold under their brand or “Tony’s Fresh Market” label in the affected states.
Consumers are urged to discard or return any recalled eggs and to thoroughly clean any surfaces that may have come into contact with them. Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.
While most individuals recover without treatment, young children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems are at risk of severe illness.
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For further information on the outbreak or Salmonella, consult the CDC’s Food Safety Alert or the Salmonella Questions and Answers page.
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