- Nearly 100 people across 17 US states have been affected by a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs , with 26 hospitalised.
- The illnesses occurred between 21 November and 30 June, with no fatalities reported, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
- Investigators have determined that shell eggs recalled by Midwest Poultry Services are a likely source of the germ, but the company doesn’t account for all the illnesses.
- Midwest Poultry previously recalled eggs produced and distributed from Texan farms between June 6 and July 3, sold under various brand names with sell-by or best-by dates between July 20 and August 17.
- Consumers are advised to check their refrigerators for recalled eggs and either dispose of them or return them for a refund.
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