The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued an alert about a salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated cucumbers that has sickened dozens across 19 states.
Salmonella infection is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract, causing diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. It is transmitted through consuming contaminated food or water, with symptoms typically appearing 6 hours to 6 days after exposure. While most cases resolve within a week without treatment, the infection can become severe, requiring hospitalization and even life-threatening in young children, adults over 65, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
