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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Salmonella outbreak expands after cucumber recall; dozens sick
(WTVO) — Dozens of consumers have fallen ill as a salmonella outbreak continues to expand after a cucumber recall that was put into place by the FDA on April 29th. The specific cucumbers that have been recalled are the ones grown by Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales. The FDA and CDC are still investigating the outbreak as dozens of consumers in multiple states, including Illinois. Salmonella infections can happen 12 to 72 hours after eating food that is contaminated. Symptoms of Diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps can last from four to seven days, according to the . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Salmonella update: Cruise ship outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers
The Brief At least 45 people in 18 states have been sickened in a salmonella outbreak. The outbreak includes cruise ship passengers exposed to recalled cucumbers. Cucumbers from Bedner Growers were recalled after testing positive for salmonella. LOS ANGELES - Federal health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak tied to recalled cucumbers that has sickened at least 45 people across 18 states—including passengers on six different cruise ships. The cucumbers were distributed to grocery stores, hospitals, restaurants, and cruise lines. At least 16 people have been hospitalized, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The outbreak has been traced to cucumbers produced by Florida-based Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales. The contaminated cucumbers were sold between April 29 and May 19. The backstory The CDC confirmed that illnesses have been reported from people aboard six cruise ships that departed Florida ports between late March and mid-April. It's not yet clear whether the cucumbers were served onboard or consumed shortly before embarkation, but the illnesses are part of the same genetic outbreak strain. The outbreak was discovered during a follow-up inspection tied to a 2024 salmonella outbreak that also involved Bedner Growers. That prior outbreak sickened more than 550 people. By the numbers The recalled cucumbers were shipped to retailers, hospitals, restaurants, and cruise lines in multiple states. Target was among the retailers affected, issuing recalls for: Whole cucumbers Salads Vegetable rolls Deli items containing cucumbers The FDA confirmed that a cucumber sample from a Pennsylvania distribution center tested positive for the same salmonella strain found in infected patients. Investigators also detected multiple additional salmonella strains in samples connected to the same grower. Why you should care Salmonella infection can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, vomiting, fever, and dehydration. Most healthy people recover without treatment within a week, but serious illness can occur in: Children under 5 Adults over 65 People with weakened immune systems Anyone who consumed cucumbers or prepared foods with cucumbers between late April and mid-May and is experiencing symptoms is urged to contact a healthcare provider. What's next The CDC and FDA continue to monitor for new cases and are working to determine whether other contaminated products or additional states may be involved. Further recalls may be issued as testing expands. Consumers are advised to check their refrigerators and discard any recalled cucumbers or ready-to-eat items containing cucumbers purchased between April 29 and May 19. Surfaces and containers that touched the cucumbers should also be washed and sanitized. The Source This article is based on information from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as of May 31, 2025. The outbreak investigation traces back to cucumbers from Bedner Growers and includes cruise ship passengers among those affected. Additional details were sourced from product recall notices and public health updates.
CNN
3 days ago
- Business
- CNN
Dozens sickened in expanding salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers
Food & health Corporate newsFacebookTweetLink Follow Nearly four dozen people in 18 states have been sickened in an expanding outbreak of salmonella food poisoning tied to recalled cucumbers sent to restaurants, hospitals, cruise ships and grocery stores, including Target stores, federal health officials said Friday. At least 16 people have been hospitalized after eating cucumbers produced by Florida-based Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported. The cucumbers were sold from April 29 through May 19. The outbreak includes reports of illness from people aboard six different cruise ships that departed from U.S. ports between late March and mid-April, the CDC said. The true number of sick people is likely much higher and the outbreak could affect additional states, officials said. Several companies have issued recalls for whole cucumbers and cucumbers used in a range of sandwiches, salsas and other foods linked to the outbreak. Target recalled dozens of products, including whole cucumbers, salads and vegetable rolls. The outbreak was detected during a follow-up inspection in April to a 2024 outbreak that sickened 551 people and led to 155 hospitalizations in 34 states and Washington, D.C. In that outbreak, investigators found salmonella bacteria linked to many of the illnesses in untreated canal water used at farms operated by Bedner Growers and Thomas Produce Company. As part of the new investigation, FDA officials found salmonella in a sample of Bedner Growers cucumbers at a distribution center in Pennsylvania. That sample matched the strain of salmonella that made people sick. In addition, 'multiple other strains' of salmonella were detected that match samples in a government database. CDC officials are working to determine whether additional illnesses in people match those strains. Symptoms of salmonella poisoning include diarrhea, fever, severe vomiting, dehydration and stomach cramps. Most people who get sick recover within a week. Infections can be severe in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems, who may require hospitalization.
CNN
3 days ago
- Business
- CNN
Dozens sickened in expanding salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers
Food & health Corporate newsFacebookTweetLink Follow Nearly four dozen people in 18 states have been sickened in an expanding outbreak of salmonella food poisoning tied to recalled cucumbers sent to restaurants, hospitals, cruise ships and grocery stores, including Target stores, federal health officials said Friday. At least 16 people have been hospitalized after eating cucumbers produced by Florida-based Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported. The cucumbers were sold from April 29 through May 19. The outbreak includes reports of illness from people aboard six different cruise ships that departed from U.S. ports between late March and mid-April, the CDC said. The true number of sick people is likely much higher and the outbreak could affect additional states, officials said. Several companies have issued recalls for whole cucumbers and cucumbers used in a range of sandwiches, salsas and other foods linked to the outbreak. Target recalled dozens of products, including whole cucumbers, salads and vegetable rolls. The outbreak was detected during a follow-up inspection in April to a 2024 outbreak that sickened 551 people and led to 155 hospitalizations in 34 states and Washington, D.C. In that outbreak, investigators found salmonella bacteria linked to many of the illnesses in untreated canal water used at farms operated by Bedner Growers and Thomas Produce Company. As part of the new investigation, FDA officials found salmonella in a sample of Bedner Growers cucumbers at a distribution center in Pennsylvania. That sample matched the strain of salmonella that made people sick. In addition, 'multiple other strains' of salmonella were detected that match samples in a government database. CDC officials are working to determine whether additional illnesses in people match those strains. Symptoms of salmonella poisoning include diarrhea, fever, severe vomiting, dehydration and stomach cramps. Most people who get sick recover within a week. Infections can be severe in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems, who may require hospitalization.
CBS News
3 days ago
- General
- CBS News
Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers sickens dozens across 18 states
Nearly four dozen people across 18 states are sick with salmonella food poisoning tied to recalled cucumbers, according to federal health officials. In an update shared Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the expanding outbreak has also led to at least 16 people being hospitalized. The recalled cucumbers, grown by Bedner Growers Inc., should no longer be for sale but were previously sold at three Bedner's Farm Fresh Markets locations in Florida and sent to stores, restaurants and other locations in multiple states. They were distributed by Fresh Start Produce Inc. between April 29 and May 19. The FDA released a list of the known businesses that sold the cucumbers, including as part of salads, salsa and sushi. "If you have cucumbers at home and can't tell where they are from, throw them away," the CDC says. The agency also recommends washing surfaces or items that may have touched the cucumbers with hot soapy water or a dishwasher. Most people infected with salmonella experience diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps, according to the CDC, with symptoms usually starting 6 hours to 6 days after consuming the bacteria. Though most people recover without treatment after 4 to 7 days, younger children, older adults and those with weakened immune systems "may experience more severe illnesses that require medical treatment or hospitalization," the CDC says. The agency advises contacting your healthcare provider if you experience any severe symptoms, including: Diarrhea for more than 3 days that is not improving, or bloody diarrhea Fever higher than 102°F Vomiting and unable to keep liquids down Dehydration signs, including not peeing much, dry mouth and throat, and feeling dizzy when standing up
