A salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers has affected 449 individuals across 31 states and the District of Columbia, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The CDC, along with other federal and state agencies, is investigating the outbreak. Contaminated cucumbers have been identified as the source of the salmonella infection. By July 2, 125 of those affected had been hospitalized.
The outbreak has impacted residents in the following states:
Alabama
Arizona
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kentucky
Maine
Maryland
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Nevada
New Jersey
New York
North Carolina
Ohio
Oklahoma
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
The CDC noted that the actual number of infections could be higher, as many people recover without seeking medical attention and are never tested for salmonella.
Two Florida-based growers, Bedner Growers of Boynton Beach and Thomas Produce of Boca Raton, have been identified as potential sources of some of the infections. Salmonella was found in untreated canal water used by Thomas Produce and in soil and water samples from both farms. However, their cucumbers are no longer in season and are no longer available on store shelves.
On June 1, 2024, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Fresh Start Produce Sales of Delray, Florida, recalled whole cucumbers distributed to retail centers, wholesalers, and food service distributors in 14 states. The recall followed a report from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, which found a sample that tested positive for salmonella.
Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as the young, elderly, or those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of salmonella infection in healthy individuals can include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. In rare cases, the bacteria can enter the bloodstream, leading to more severe complications.
According to the CDC, salmonella bacteria are responsible for approximately 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths in the United States each year, with food being the primary source of these illnesses. Most individuals recover without the need for specific treatment, and the use of antibiotics is generally not recommended.
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