Alfalfa sprouts recalled after E. coli, salmonella outbreak sickens dozens in 15 states
At least 55 people in 15 states have fallen ill due to an E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts. The outbreak has been traced to a Minnesota alfalfa grower. A recall has been issued for the affected products. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned consumers not to eat the recalled sprouts.
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- β At least 55 people in 15 states have fallen ill due to an E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts.
- β The outbreak has been traced to a Minnesota alfalfa grower.
- β A recall has been issued for the affected alfalfa sprout products.
What changed
The CDC has confirmed the link between the alfalfa sprouts and the outbreak, prompting a nationwide recall.
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Alfalfa sprouts recalled in 15-state E. coli, salmonella outbreak
At least 55 people in 15 states have fallen ill due to an E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts. The outbreak has been traced to a Minnesota alfalfa grower. A recall has been issued for the affected products. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned consumers not to eat the recalled sprouts.
Why it matters
The outbreak is a significant food safety concern, highlighting the risk of contamination in produce. Alfalfa sprouts are a popular ingredient in salads and sandwiches. The recall affects consumers who may have purchased the sprouts in various grocery stores.
What is confirmed
- At least 55 people in 15 states have fallen ill due to an E. coli and salmonella outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts.
- The outbreak has been traced to a Minnesota alfalfa grower.
- A recall has been issued for the affected alfalfa sprout products.
What to watch next
- Further investigation into the contamination source
- Updates on the number of affected states and people
- Distribution of recalled products and consumer advisories
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (14)
- ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos β At least 55 sickened in salmonella, E. coli outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts
- CBS News β Alfalfa sprouts recalled after E. coli, salmonella outbreak sickens dozens in 15 states
- Star Tribune β Health officials trace E. coli and salmonella outbreak to Minnesota alfalfa grower
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov) β E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Alfalfa Sprouts
- CNN β Alfalfa sprout linked to food-poisoning outbreak in 15 states, health officials say
- The New York Times β Alfalfa Sprouts Linked to Illnesses in 15 States, F.D.A. Says
- Charlotte Observer β More grocery store produce has been linked to stomach illnesses in NC
- FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul β FDA traces salmonella, E. coli outbreak to Mpls company
- KIRO 7 News Seattle β Popular garnish spreading E. coli and Salmonella, 1 person sick in WA
- CBS News β Minnesota safety expert shares guidance amid E. coli, salmonella illnesses linked to alfalfa sprouts
- Star Tribune β Minnesota growerβs alfalfa sprouts linked to illnesses in 15 states, health officials say
- www.fox10phoenix.com β Alfalfa sprouts linked to E. coli, Salmonella outbreaks recalled after CDC warning
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