Salmonella scare: U.S. consumers warned of tainted cucumbers
An outbreak of salmonella has been detected in 25 U.S. states due to contaminated cucumbers from Mexico. Official reports indicate that 68 cases of the illness have been diagnosed.
Health services in the U.S. are alerting the public 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 reported.
Experts stress that contaminated cucumbers may still be in consumers' refrigerators and should not be consumed.
SunFed Produce announced a recall of batches of cucumbers delivered to dining establishments and retail stores between October 12 and November 26. These cucumbers may have reached consumers in other states as well.
So far, 18 people have been hospitalized 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 November 16. Experts recommend discarding or destroying the recalled cucumbers and cleaning and disinfecting any surfaces that came into contact with them.
Symptoms of infection include diarrhea, fever, chills, headache, stomach cramps, nausea, and vomiting. Individuals experiencing symptoms should consult a doctor immediately.
The most vulnerable to infection are children, the elderly, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Most patients recover with appropriate treatment. However, it is advisable to exercise caution and avoid consuming suspicious products.