CDC Identifies Jalapeños as Source of Multi-State Salmonella Outbreak
The CDC has linked a Salmonella outbreak affecting 345 people across 27 states to jalapeño peppers imported from Sinaloa, Mexico. While 36 hospitalizations have been confirmed, no deaths have been reported in connection with the outbreak.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on Wednesday that a multi-state Salmonella outbreak has been traced to jalapeño peppers. According to federal health officials, the investigation identified the source of the contaminated produce as being grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors.
As of the latest report, 345 individuals have fallen ill across 27 states. Health authorities confirmed that 36 of those affected required hospitalization. Currently, there have been no fatalities associated with this specific outbreak. The CDC is continuing to monitor the situation and is working with supply chain partners to manage the distribution of the affected peppers. Consumers are advised to remain alert for any health advisories regarding specific produce brands or retailers associated with the distribution chain.
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"linked to jalapeño peppers"
✓ Only outlet to report: Identified the specific distributor as Coast Citrus Distributors and the region of origin as Sinaloa, Mexico.
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- ·Lack of specific guidance for consumers on how to identify if the jalapeños in their homes are part of the affected batch.
- ·No information provided on whether a formal recall has been issued for the products distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors.
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