- A salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated Mexican jalapeños has expanded to 431 cases and 57 hospitalizations across 32 states.
- The outbreak traced to distributor Coast Citrus Distributors prompted product removals at Chipotle and QDOBA, as well as recalls of salsas and prepared foods.
- A separate high-risk salmonella outbreak tied to Midwest Poultry Services eggs has resulted in nearly 100 cases and 26 hospitalizations across six states.
- While salmonella can cause severe health complications in vulnerable populations, no deaths have been reported in either outbreak.
- Health agencies advise individuals displaying severe symptoms after consuming recalled products to contact a healthcare provider immediately.
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