Wisconsin health officials have initiated a recall of eggs after an outbreak of salmonella infections in 65 people across nine states, with 42 cases in Wisconsin. The eggs, believed to have been sold in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan, were distributed through retail stores and food service distributors. The recall includes all egg types, sizes, and expiration dates labeled with ‘Milo’s Poultry Farms’ or ‘Tony’s Fresh Market’.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed the outbreak and stated that there have been 24 hospitalizations but no deaths as of Friday. The egg recall was initiated by Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC in Wisconsin, and individuals are advised to not consume or cook with the recalled eggs and to dispose of them.
Symptoms of salmonella infection include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, and vomiting lasting for several days. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced new measures in July to limit salmonella in poultry products, including requiring poultry companies to keep salmonella levels under a certain threshold and test for specific strains of the bacteria.
The CDC estimates that salmonella causes 1.35 million infections annually, with most cases originating from food, resulting in approximately 420 deaths. The Agriculture Department estimates there are 125,000 chicken-related infections and 43,000 turkey-related infections each year. Individuals who have consumed the recalled eggs and are experiencing symptoms are advised to contact a healthcare provider.
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