The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state partners are investigating a Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak connected to cucumbers. Multiple recalls have been issued.
Which States Are Affected?
States with reported cases include:
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Illinois
- Iowa
- Massachusetts
- Montana
- Nebraska
- New Jersey
- New York
- Ohio
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- South Dakota
- Texas
- Utah
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Many of the implicated cucumbers were grown by Agrotato, S.A. de C.V. in Sonora, Mexico. Whole cucumbers, sliced cucumbers, wraps and salads containing cucumbers are all part of the recall. The FDA is actively coordinating with additional importers who received shipments of cucumbers from Agrotato to assess whether further recalls are needed.
Recommended Courses:
Common GI Disorders: PUD, gastritis, GERD, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
Abdominal Pain: Differential Diagnosis
What Consumers Should Do
- Do not eat recalled cucumbers or foods made with them.
- Throw away or return cucumbers to the place of purchase.
- Check refrigerators and freezers for recalled items.
- Review the latest recall table to confirm if products in your home are affected.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, with some cases requiring hospitalization. For updates and a complete list of recalled cucumbers, visit official FDA resources.
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