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January 1, Cucumber Recall Hits 31 States as Hundreds Fall Ill from Salmonella Outbreak
In a sobering new update, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has revealed that cucumbers from 31 states, including the District of Columbia, are being recalled. The reason? A startling number of people, hundreds in fact, have fallen ill with salmonella contamination believed to be linked to these cucumbers.
In an attempt to clarify the situation, the CDC stated that the infections were caused by two strains of salmonella: Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup. Initially, these were reported as two distinct outbreaks but have now been linked together.
In total, 449 individuals have fallen ill from eating the tainted cucumbers. Of these, a sobering 125 have been hospitalized. Thankfully, there have been no reports of death related to this salmonella outbreak, as stated by the CDC.
Where is this salmonella coming from? After a thorough investigation, the CDC identified two primary sources of the infection. One of these, shockingly enough, was traced back to untreated canal water used by a grower in Florida.
The impact of the infection varies from person to person. The majority of individuals will experience unpleasant but manageable symptoms like diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, typically starting between 6 hours to 6 days after ingesting the bacteria. Most recover without needing professional treatment within 4 to 7 days.
However, not everyone is so fortunate. Certain vulnerable groups, in particular, can experience more severe illnesses. These include children under the age of 5 years, adults aged 65 years and older, and those with compromised immune systems. These individuals may require hospitalization or medical treatment.
This latest outbreak highlights the importance of vigilant food safety regulation and the need for growers to adhere to best practices. It’s a hard-learned lesson that underscores our reliance on those charged with our food production to safeguard our nation’s health.
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Roger L Tatro
August 21, 2024 at 7:13 pm
This article would be a lot more useful if you said which states were involved in the recall.
Steve
August 21, 2024 at 7:35 pm
You can not get sick from a Cuke if you wash it good before you use it. What a scare tactic article the CDC put out..
Olde Lady
August 21, 2024 at 8:10 pm
Why weren’t the 31 states listed? That would have been helpful.
Carol Urness
August 21, 2024 at 8:23 pm
That list would be highly useful!
Bill Turney
August 21, 2024 at 10:07 pm
True that!
David H
August 22, 2024 at 4:08 am
The states are shown here: https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/cucumbers-linked-salmonella-outbreak-31-states
Melvin williams
August 21, 2024 at 8:37 pm
anyone have any idea what states/grocery firms are effected
David H
August 22, 2024 at 4:23 am
From the CGC website: Testing identified the Salmonella Braenderup strain in untreated canal water used by a grower in Florida. An additional grower has been identified as a likely source of illnesses in this outbreak; however, there aren’t any products on the market and likely no ongoing risk to the public. Cucumbers from both of these growers are no longer in season and products are no longer on shelves.
David H
August 22, 2024 at 4:34 am
From the CDC website: Testing identified the Salmonella Braenderup strain in untreated canal water used by a grower in Florida. An additional grower has been identified as a likely source of illnesses in this outbreak; however, there aren’t any products on the market and likely no ongoing risk to the public. Cucumbers from both of these growers are no longer in season and products are no longer on shelves.
EMMA
August 22, 2024 at 2:18 pm
WHY EVEN TELL US ABOUT THIS, IF WE DO NOT NO ANY LOCATION?????? ALWAYS JUST HALF INFOS.
WHY IS ALL THIS HAPPENING. 50 YEARS AGO WE DID NOT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT STUFF LIKE THIS.I THOUGHT WE WHERE SO ADVANCED IN EVERYTHING, BUT IT LOOKS LIKE OUR COUNTRY IS GOING BACKWARDS IN EVERYTHING.