Salmonella outbreaks linked to eggs sold in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois have sickened 65 people and sent 24 to the hospital in nine states.
We are recalling all eggs marked “Milo’s Poultry Farms” and “Tony’s Fresh Market,” regardless of their type, size, or expiration date. The recall was announced last Friday.
There are 65 sick people in nine states, according to the CDC. These states are California, Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin. We have found most of the cases in Wisconsin and Illinois. Of the 63 cases with enough information to make a report, 24 people have been hospitalised. Thankfully, no deaths have been reported.
The bigger picture
The United States is recalling more and more food, which is a worrying trend. This salmonella outbreak is part of that trend. According to a report from April, the number of food recalls has reached a level not seen since the COVID-19 pandemic. A report from the U.S. Public Interest Research Group Education Fund says that recalled foods have caused 1,100 illnesses and six deaths just in 2023. The recent egg recall is just one more sign that food safety is still a big problem.
What does Salmonella do?
Salmonella bacteria in food can make you sick. Usually, people experience diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps six hours to six days after consuming contaminated food or drink. Most people recover on their own within a week, but some individuals—particularly young children, older adults, and those with weaker immune systems—may become more ill and require medical treatment or hospitalization.
The CDC has warned that common antibiotics like nalidixic acid and ciprofloxacin might not be able to kill the strain of salmonella in this outbreak.
You shouldn’t eat any eggs in your fridge that have these labels on them. Instead, dispose of them immediately or consume them.
