Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican cucumbers hits 25 states
An outbreak of salmonella has been detected in 25 U.S. states due to contaminated cucumbers from Mexico. Official reports state that 68 cases of the illness have been diagnosed.
30 November 2024 09:07
Health services in the U.S. are warning about a salmonella outbreak, originating from cucumbers imported from Mexico. In 25 states, including New York, Illinois, and California, 68 cases of infections have been recorded.
Experts emphasise that contaminated cucumbers may still be in consumers' refrigerators and should not be consumed.
The company SunFed Produce has announced a recall of batches of cucumbers delivered to dining establishments and retail stores between 12 October and 26 November. These cucumbers may have reached consumers in other states.
So far, 18 people have required hospitalisation due to infection with the Salmonella Typhimurium strain.
U.S. salmonella on the rise
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that the last reported case of the disease was on 16 November. Experts recommend discarding or destroying the recalled cucumbers and cleaning and disinfecting surfaces that came into contact with them.
Symptoms of infection include diarrhoea, fever, chills, headache, stomach cramps, nausea, and vomiting. Individuals experiencing symptoms should consult a doctor immediately.
Children, the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems are the most vulnerable to infection. Most patients recover with appropriate treatment. However, it is advisable to exercise caution and avoid consuming suspicious products.
