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Cucumber Update on CDC’s Salmonella Outbreak Investigation
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | August 9, 2024
The last cucumber update on the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Salmonella outbreak investigation was July 2, 2024. However, the outbreak investigation remains “active.” Here’s what we know about the outbreak, the recall, and why the investigation may… read more
Cucumber Outbreak Source Uncovered. Untreated Canal Water to Blame!
Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | July 5, 2024
Federal health officials finally have the cucumber outbreak source uncovered. Turns out, untreated canal water was to blame for the hundreds of illnesses and significant hospitalizations surrounding these fresh summer veggies. The Outbreak Since early June, Salmonella illnesses have been… read more
CDC Announces Updated Salmonella Africana Cucumber Outbreak Information
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | June 6, 2024
As cases counts rise from 141 to 162 and additional information becomes available, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announces updated cucumber outbreak information. The Salmonella Africana outbreak has grown. Updated Salmonella Africana Cucumber Outbreak Case Counts and… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Salmonella | June 5, 2024
UPDATE: As of June 12th, CDC officials estimate that 196 patients have been identified in the investigation – though the true number of those affected is likely much, much higher. The CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several… read more
Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | June 3, 2024
The U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is currently investigating a Salmonella outbreak involving the rare Salmonella Africana strain. Today, a recall was announced for certain whole cucumbers due to “possible health risk” – Salmonella. Could these two announcements be… read more