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Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers sickens 45 people across 18 States
1 2 A salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers grown by Florida-based Bedner Growers has now sickened at least 45 individuals across 18 states, according to recent updates from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Of those affected, 16 people have been hospitalised, though no deaths have been reported so far. The contaminated cucumbers were sold between April 29 and May 19 through various major retailers and distributed to restaurants, hospitals, and even cruise ships. Target and Walmart are among the retailers recalling products that may contain the contaminated cucumbers. Target has pulled several ready-to-eat items, including Boar's Head Greek-style chicken salads and Mai brand sushi rolls. Walmart has recalled its Marketside cucumber slices. Authorities are urging customers to throw away any affected products and monitor for symptoms of salmonella, which include fever, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and dehydration. Health investigators have primarily identified the outbreak strain as Salmonella Montevideo. However, additional salmonella strains have been found in samples from a Pennsylvania distribution center associated with Bedner Growers. These other strains are still under investigation to determine whether they are connected to this outbreak or are isolated cases. The outbreak seems to have spread to cruise ships too, with at least eight sick people having recently been on six different ships that left from Florida ports. This points to a larger distribution network and makes the investigation more complicated. Federal officials are still tracing the supply chain and doing more testing to find out how far the contamination has spread. This incident follows a similar outbreak in 2024 that was also traced back to Bedner Growers, which resulted in over 550 illnesses and 155 hospitalisations. That earlier case was linked to the use of untreated canal water. Given the recurrence, food safety advocates are calling for stricter regulations and oversight of agricultural water sources and produce handling practices. Image credit: US Food and Drug Administration/AP One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Time of India
2 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
Salmonella outbreak expands to 18 States, sickening 45 people
A salmonella outbreak traced to cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers in Florida has now sickened at least 45 people across 18 states, federal health officials reported on May 30, 2025. The outbreak has led to 16 hospitalizations, though no deaths have been recorded so far. Q : What is Salmonella Montevideo ? A : Salmonella Montevideo is a bacterial strain causing foodborne illness, often linked to contaminated poultry and produce, leading to symptoms like diarrhea , fever, and abdominal cramps. The contaminated cucumbers were distributed between April 29 and May 19 to grocery stores, restaurants, hospitals, and cruise ships, including major retailers like Target and Walmart . Target recently expanded its recall to include a variety of cucumber-containing products such as Greek-style salads and sushi rolls marketed under the Mai brand. Walmart also recalled its Marketside cucumber slices amid the outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ( CDC ) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating the outbreak, which primarily involves the Salmonella Montevideo strain. However, multiple other salmonella strains have been detected in samples from a Pennsylvania distribution center linked to Bedner Growers. These additional strains are currently under investigation to determine if they are connected to this outbreak. The affected states include Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Nearly one-third of the cases have been reported in Georgia and Florida. Notably, eight of the sickened individuals had recently been on six different cruise ships departing from Florida ports between late March and mid-April, suggesting the outbreak's reach extends beyond land-based distribution. Symptoms of salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, and dehydration. While most healthy individuals recover within a week, young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised persons are at higher risk for severe illness. This outbreak follows a similar incident in 2024 linked to Bedner Growers, which sickened over 550 people and led to 155 hospitalizations. That earlier outbreak was traced to untreated canal water used on the farms. Health officials urge consumers to discard any cucumbers or cucumber-containing products from the recalled batches and to remain vigilant for symptoms. The FDA and CDC continue to monitor the situation closely as investigations proceed.
NBC News
3 days ago
- Health
- NBC News
Salmonella outbreak in cucumbers expands to 18 states, 45 sickened
A salmonella outbreak traced to a Florida-based cucumber producer has expanded to include 45 people reporting illness in 18 states, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Friday. Target stores joined a growing list of retailers that sold recalled cucumbers or ready-to-eat products featuring the fruit, and it's warning that purchasers should throw them away. The retailer issued a list of recalled products, including a Greek-style chicken salad from Boar's Head and several types of sushi restaurant staples, such as maki rolls with tempura and California rolls, all sold under the Mai brand. Last week, grocery store chain Walmart was added to the list of retailers urging customers to put the possibly tainted products in the trash, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration; its Marketside cucumber slices are a part of the recall. Patients connected to the outbreak have turned up in Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia, the FDA said on Friday. Of 45 people who have reported illness connected to the outbreak, 16 have been hospitalized, the agency said. No deaths have been reported. While investigators' focus has been on the strain salmonella montevideo, multiple other strains were detected in samples taken from a Pennsylvania distribution center belonging to Florida-based Bedner Growers, believed to be a source, the FDA said in its Friday statement. The FDA said that those different strains so far appear to be unrelated to the spring outbreak, but that it is investigating further alongside scientists from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "CDC is working to determine if additional human illnesses match these additional strains," the FDA said. "Further analysis of the sample is pending." All the illnesses so far have been connected to cucumbers produced by Bedner and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, the agency said. The cucumbers and products that contained them were sold from April 29 to May 19, the FDA said. The first retailers noted for selling the potentially tainted cucumbers were three Bedner's Farm Fresh Market locations in Florida, but the list of public-facing sellers has continued to increase. Other distributors as well as eateries were told they may have also purchased the possibly tainted cucumbers, labeled for wholesale as 'supers,' 'selects,' or 'plains," the FDA said. FDA inspectors unearthed tainted cucumbers during an inspection last month of Bedner Growers' facilities, it said. The review was a follow-up to a Salmonella Africana outbreak linked to the producer last year, according to the agency. Bedner's did not immediately respond to a request for comment late Friday. A spokesperson for Fresh Start Produce Sales said last week that the company "is committed to protecting public health and helping Bedner Growers with its recall." Salmonella is a bacterium that can thrive amid animals and their fecal matter and contaminate nearby produce, which can reach the dinner table if unwashed, according to the FDA and CDC. Older people, children under 5, and those with compromised immune systems are particularly susceptible to the salmonella's worst symptoms and even death. Patients sickened by it can develop stomach cramps, diarrhea, nausea and the urge to vomit anywhere from six hours to six days after infection, the CDC says. Salmonella is 'a leading cause of foodborne illness, hospitalizations, and deaths in the United States and worldwide," the CDC states.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Carrie Underwood shares rare photo of massive Nashville farm with full chicken coop after fleeing LA & American Idol set
It's not the first peek we've had inside Carrie's Nashville home FOWL MOOD Carrie Underwood shares rare photo of massive Nashville farm with full chicken coop after fleeing LA & American Idol set Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CARRIE Underwood has shared a rare photo of her Nashville estate backyard, with a full chicken coop, after fleeing LA and the American Idol set. The country music singer, 42, made a "surprise" announcement after returning to her Nashville farm following the American Idol grand finale on Monday last week. 5 Carrie Underwood has shared a rare photo of her Nashville estate backyard, with a full chicken coop, after fleeing LA and the American Idol set Credit: Getty 5 Carrie showed off the coop at her Nashville home - and all the chickens sitting on top Credit: Instagram/carrieunderwood 5 She showed off an adorable lamb, and she's since been sharing photos from her Nashville estate - including the full chicken coop Credit: Instagram/carrieunderwood Carrie, who looked "unhappy" with the Idol finale result just mere days ago, took to Instagram to make her very exciting announcement. "Surprise! We've got another new life around the farm," she penned in the caption of a sweet snap. She showed off an adorable lamb, and she's since been sharing photos from her Nashville estate - including a full chicken coop. Taking to her Instagram stories, the 42-year-old wrote: 'I've got an injured girl in the mini coop. Today they were all on top of it. Weird.' Carrie showed her 13.4million followers what she meant, as she photographed all the chickens standing proudly on top of the coop. It's not the first peek we've had inside Carrie's Nashville home. Earlier this month, the singer took to social media as she gave fans a behind the scenes look at her kitchen. Her large cooking area contains what looks like a pantry nook with white cabinets with grey counter tops with gold coloured handles. An open arch with wooden panels opens up to a separate area with more matching wooden cabinets. Carrie Underwood makes 'surprise' announcement after returning to Nashville farm following American Idol finale Carrie proudly showed off her culinary creation as she held a clear jar filled with Greek-style cheese. As her dog Charlie looked on, she captioned the snap: "Made my own feta cheese! Yay!" She added: "Charlie approves" Carrie's peek at the hens comes after viewers of American Idol slammed the country music icon and former Idol winner for her reaction as Jamal Roberts was announced as this year's champion. CARRIE LOOKED 'UNHAPPY' During the live broadcast of the finale, fans noticed something odd about Carrie's body language and how she failed to stand up when Jamal crooned his song a final time after winning. Reacting to Carrie not standing up when Jamal won, one fan speculated that she might have been asked by show bosses to stand. "Not Carrie Underwood sitting down and probably being told to stand up when Jamal won," said one person on X. Another added: "Carrie underwood is not happy that Jamal won America Idol." "Carrie hating until the very end I see. CONGRATULATIONS JAMAL," penned a third. A fourth then said: "Carrie Underwood's face when Jamal won!" 5 Carrie gave a look inside her kitchen Credit: Instagram/carrieunderwood
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Carrie Underwood shares rare photo of massive Nashville farm with full chicken coop after fleeing LA & American Idol set
CARRIE Underwood has shared a rare photo of her Nashville estate backyard, with a full chicken coop, after fleeing LA and the American Idol set. The country music singer, 42, made a "surprise" announcement after returning to her Nashville farm following the American Idol grand finale on Monday last week. Advertisement 5 Carrie Underwood has shared a rare photo of her Nashville estate backyard, with a full chicken coop, after fleeing LA and the American Idol set Credit: Getty 5 Carrie showed off the coop at her Nashville home - and all the chickens sitting on top Credit: Instagram/carrieunderwood 5 She showed off an adorable lamb, and she's since been sharing photos from her Nashville estate - including the full chicken coop Credit: Instagram/carrieunderwood Carrie, who looked "unhappy" with the Idol finale result just mere days ago, took to Instagram to make her very exciting announcement. "Surprise! We've got another new life around the farm," she penned in the caption of a sweet snap. She showed off an adorable lamb, and she's since been sharing photos from her Nashville estate - including a full chicken coop. Taking to her Instagram stories, the 42-year-old wrote: 'I've got an injured girl in the mini coop. Today they were all on top of it. Weird.' Advertisement Carrie showed her 13.4million followers what she meant, as she photographed all the chickens standing proudly on top of the coop. It's not the first peek we've had inside Carrie's Nashville home. Earlier this month, the singer took to social media as she gave fans a behind the scenes look at her kitchen. Her large cooking area contains what looks like a pantry nook with white cabinets with grey counter tops with gold coloured handles. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Exclusive Exclusive An open arch with wooden panels opens up to a separate area with more matching wooden cabinets. Carrie Underwood makes 'surprise' announcement after returning to Nashville farm following American Idol finale Carrie proudly showed off her culinary creation as she held a clear jar filled with Greek-style cheese. As her dog Charlie looked on, she captioned the snap: "Made my own feta cheese! Yay!" She added: "Charlie approves" Advertisement Carrie's peek at the hens comes after viewers of American Idol slammed the country music icon and former Idol winner for her reaction as Jamal Roberts was announced as this year's champion. CARRIE LOOKED 'UNHAPPY' During the live broadcast of the finale, fans noticed something odd about Carrie's body language and how she failed to stand up when Jamal crooned his song a final time after winning. Reacting to Carrie not standing up when Jamal won, one fan speculated that she might have been asked by show bosses to stand. "Not Carrie Underwood sitting down and probably being told to stand up when Jamal won," said one person on X. Advertisement Another added: "Carrie underwood is not happy that Jamal won America Idol." Read more on the Irish Sun "Carrie hating until the very end I see. CONGRATULATIONS JAMAL," penned a third. A fourth then said: "Carrie Underwood's face when Jamal won!" 5 Carrie gave a look inside her kitchen Credit: Instagram/carrieunderwood Advertisement 5 During the live broadcast of the finale, fans noticed something odd about Carrie's body language
