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Newsweek
26-05-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Albertsons Recall in 11 States and DC as Salmonella Warning Issued
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Albertsons Companies has voluntarily recalled three store-made deli items across 11 states and Washington D.C. due to potential Salmonella contamination linked to an ongoing outbreak that has sickened nearly 30 people. Newsweek reached out to Albertsons via email comment, and Fresh Creative Foods by phone on Monday but was unable to leave a voicemail. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated in 2025 due to the potential for damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or food allergies every year. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. The FDA warns that salmonella can sometimes cause fatal infections in the elderly, young children, or people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of salmonella include nausea, fever, abdominal pain, vomiting, or diarrhea. STOCK IMAGE: The Albertsons logo is displayed at an Albertsons supermarket on August 26, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. STOCK IMAGE: The Albertsons logo is displayed at an Albertsons supermarket on August 26, 2024 in Los Angeles, To Know The recall was initiated following action by Fresh Creative Foods, a division of Reser's Fine Foods, Inc., after discovering the products contained cucumber ingredients from Bedner Growers, Inc. of Boynton Beach, Florida. The FDA has confirmed that 26 people have been reported sick and 9 people have been hospitalized in relation to the contaminated cucumbers. The current outbreak stems from cucumbers sold at Bedner's Farm Fresh Markets in Florida from April 29 to May 14, 2025. FDA investigators collected environmental samples from Bedner Growers that tested positive for Salmonella and matched recent clinical samples from ill people through Whole Genome Sequencing analysis. This incident represents the company's second Salmonella outbreak, following previous 2024 incidents involving Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup also linked to Bedner Growers' cucumber production. Newsweek previously reached out to Bedner Growers via phone for comment. The recall specifically targets three Greek salad products with detailed identification information for consumers: SALAD GREEK AUTHENTIC FS (UPC: 2930700000-00901) - Sold from May 23-24, 2025, at ACME, Safeway, Kings Food Markets and Balducci's Food Lovers Market in Connecticut, Delaware, D.C., Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia (UPC: 2930700000-00901) - Sold from May 23-24, 2025, at ACME, Safeway, Kings Food Markets and Balducci's Food Lovers Market in Connecticut, Delaware, D.C., Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia READYMEALS SALAD GREEK SS (UPC: 29248300000) - Sold from May 20-24, 2025, at Shaw's and Star Market locations in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont (UPC: 29248300000) - Sold from May 20-24, 2025, at Shaw's and Star Market locations in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont SALAD GREEK FS (UPC: 29232900000) - Sold from May 20-24, 2025, at Shaw's and Star Market locations in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont The affected products were sold at ACME, Balducci's Food Lovers Market, Kings Food Markets, Safeway, Shaw's and Star Market locations in Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia and the nation's capital. What People Are Saying The FDA, in its recall alert: "Following a recall initiated by Fresh Creative Foods, a division of Reser's Fine Foods, Inc., Albertsons Companies has voluntarily recalled three store-made deli items, supplied by Fresh Creative Foods, due to possible Salmonella contamination and in association with an active illness outbreak. The recall was initiated because these products contain a recalled cucumber ingredient grown by Bedner Growers, Inc., of Boynton Beach, Fla." The FDA on the salmonella outbreak investigation: "As part of a follow-up inspection in April 2025, FDA investigators collected an environmental sample from Bedner Growers, Inc. that was positive for Salmonella and matched recent clinical samples from ill people, by Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) analysis." Albertsons Companies has voluntarily recalled three store-made deli items, supplied by Fresh Creative Foods, due to possible Salmonella contamination and in association with an active illness outbreak. Albertsons Companies has voluntarily recalled three store-made deli items, supplied by Fresh Creative Foods, due to possible Salmonella contamination and in association with an active illness outbreak. U.S. Food & Drug Administration/FDA What Happens Next Consumers who have purchased these items are urged not to consume these products and to dispose of them or return the items to their local store for a full refund. Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a health care provider. All consumers are encouraged to contact Albertsons Companies' Customer Service Center at 1-877-723-3929 Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. PST for any questions regarding the recall.
Newsweek
20-05-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Cucumber Recall Map as Salmonella Outbreak Sparks Investigation
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A recall for cucumbers from Bedner Growers, Inc. in Florida has been issued amid the fear of potential salmonella contamination. A salmonella outbreak investigation is also ongoing, as nearly 30 people have been reported sick related to the recalled cucumbers. Newsweek attempted to reach Bedner Growers by phone on Tuesday for comment but was unable to leave a voicemail. Why It Matters Numerous recalls have been initiated in 2025 due to the potential for damaged products, foodborne illness, contamination and undeclared food allergens. Millions of Americans experience food sensitivities or food allergies every year. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the nine "major" food allergens in the U.S. are eggs, milk, fish, wheat, soybeans, Crustacean shellfish, sesame, tree nuts and peanuts. The FDA warns that salmonella can sometimes cause fatal infections in the elderly, young children, or people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of salmonella include nausea, fever, abdominal pain, vomiting, or diarrhea. Cucumbers for sale at a Whole Foods store in New York City on February 3, 2025. Cucumbers for sale at a Whole Foods store in New York City on February 3, 2025. Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images What To Know The FDA issued an alert on Tuesday stating that Bedner Growers is recalling cucumbers sold at Bedner's Farm Fresh Markets from April 29, 2025, to May 14, 2025. The markets are located in Delray Beach, Boynton Beach and West Palm Beach, Florida. The impacted cucumbers were also sold to a wholesale distributor. "Because the recalled cucumbers do not bear any stickers or other labeling, customers should discard and not consume any cucumbers that were purchased at these locations," the alert says. The current recall excludes cucumbers for sale or any additional agricultural products. The salmonella outbreak investigation has shown that 26 people have been reported sick and 9 people have been hospitalized in relation to the cucumbers. Below is a map of the states where the illnesses have been reported: What People Are Saying The FDA, in its recall alert: "All cucumbers currently available for sale at Bedner's Farm Fresh Markets were not grown by Bedner Growers, Inc., as the company is no longer producing, packing, or selling any cucumbers because the growing season has concluded." The FDA on the salmonella outbreak investigation: "As part of a follow-up inspection in April 2025, FDA investigators collected an environmental sample from Bedner Growers, Inc. that was positive for Salmonella and matched recent clinical samples from ill people, by Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) analysis." The FDA continued, "The recent follow-up inspection was in response to the 2024 Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup outbreaks linked to cucumbers grown at Bedner Growers, Inc. Additionally, FDA's traceback investigation has identified Bedner Growers, Inc. as the common grower of cucumbers in this current outbreak." What Happens Next Customers who have purchased the recalled product can call Bedner Growers at 866-222-9180 on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
FDA Recalls Cucumbers as Salmonella Outbreak Sickens Over 20 and Hospitalizes 9
Cucumbers sold in multiple states have been recalled amid a salmonella outbreak, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) The cucumbers — grown by Bedner Growers, Inc. — were distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc. between April 29 and May 19 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that over 26 people have been sickened amid the outbreak, with 9 of them hospitalized Whole cucumbers have been recalled amid a salmonella outbreak, according to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA). In a May 19, press release, the FDA said the cucumbers — grown by Bedner Growers, Inc. in Boynton Beach, Florida — were distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc. between April 29 and May 19. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 26 people have been sickened in the outbreak across 15 states, with nine of them being hospitalized. Of the 13 people who were interviewed amid the outbreak, 11 of them reported eating cucumbers, per the FDA. The vegetables were distributed to stores, restaurants and other facilities, while several people ate cucumbers on cruise ships leaving ports in Florida, according to the CDC. Other states where cases have been reported include Alabama, Ohio and Pennsylvania, per the FDA. The agency is still working to determine where the potentially contaminated vegetables were sold. "Cucumbers may have been sold individually or in smaller packages, with or without a label that may not bear the same brand, product name, or best by date," the FDA said, per the release. "For distributors, restaurants, and retailers who have purchased these cucumbers, the products were labeled as either being 'supers,' 'selects,' or 'plains.' " A spokesperson for Fresh Start Produce Sales told PEOPLE in a statement, "Fresh Start Produce Sales is committed to protecting public health and helping Bedner Growers with its recall. The company is contacting its wholesale and regional distribution center customers to ask that they provide their customers with recall instructions, including that they should notify any consumer point-of-purchase locations." Salmonella was detected during an FDA follow-up inspection of the cucumbers last month. 'Investigators collected an environmental sample from Bedner Growers, Inc. that was positive for Salmonella and matched recent clinical samples from ill people,' the FDA said. The inspection was a follow-up from to the 2024 Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup outbreaks linked to cucumbers grown at Bedner Growers, Inc. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. According to the CDC, 'Salmonella are bacteria (germs) that can make people sick with an illness called salmonellosis.' People can become infected by eating contaminated food, drinking or having contact with contaminated water and touching animals, animal poop, and the places animals live and roam. Symptoms include diarrhea, a high fever, dehydration and 'so much vomiting that you cannot keep liquids down.' They usually start six hours to six days after swallowing the bacteria. PEOPLE has reached out to Bedner Growers, Inc. for comment. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers, more than 20 sickened in 15 states
Health officials are investigating a new salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers sold across the nation after cases were detected in more than a dozen states, federal officials announced this week Cucumbers grown by Florida-based Bedner Growers and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales are linked to a salmonella outbreak, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said in notices published May 19. The vegetables were distributed to retailers, distribution centers, wholesalers, and food service distributors this spring. The agency did not identify specifically where the cucumbers were sold. So far, no deaths have been reported. But 26 people in 15 states have been sickened by salmonella, with nine patients needing to be hospitalized, federal officials announced. USA TODAY has reached out to Bedner. As part of a follow-up inspection in April 2025, FDA investigators collected an environmental sample from Bedner Growers that tested positive for salmonella and matched recent clinical samples from ill people. The recent follow-up inspection stemmed from a 2024 Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup outbreaks linked to cucumbers grown at the same Florida-based farm. Recalled cucumbers from that outbreak sickened about 551 people in 34 states, the FDA previously reported. Of the patients, 125 people were hospitalized, the CDC reported, and the outbreak ended in late August 2024. No deaths were reported. Last month's FDA's traceback investigation identified Bedner "as the common grower of cucumbers in the most recent outbreak," the FDA wrote in its announcement. "Do not sell or serve whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Inc. between April 29, 2025 to May 19, 2025," the FDA wrote. The whole cucumbers were grown by Bedner Growers, Inc., in Boynton Beach, Florida. They were distributed by Fresh Start Produce and sold from April 29 through May 19, the FDA reported. Fire damages Matunuck Oyster Bar: Restaurant named one of USA TODAY's best places to eat in U.S. As of May 19, the salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers has sickened 26 people in the following 15 states: Alabama California Colorado Florida Illinois Kansas Kentucky Michigan North Carolina New York Ohio Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee Virginia Why you shouldn't freak out: These 10 foods were named the 'riskiest to eat right now.' Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and fatal infections in children, the elderly, and other people with weakened immune systems, according to the CDC. Most people infected with salmonella start developing symptoms 12 to 72 hours after eating the contaminated product. Diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps are the main symptoms. Most people recover without treatment, but in rare circumstances the infection can require hospitalization, according to the CDC. Pregnant women are also at higher risk of developing an infection from it and should seek medical attention if symptoms arise. Consumers who ate the affected cucumbers and have symptoms should contact their health care provider to report their symptoms, the FDA said, and receive care. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealu This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Cucumbers linked to May 2025 salmonella outbreak; cases in 15 states
USA Today
20-05-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers, more than 20 sickened in 15 states
Salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers, more than 20 sickened in 15 states Show Caption Hide Caption Tips to help manage food recalls and prevent foodborne illnesses About 128,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 people die each year from preventable foodborne illnesses. Payton, USA TODAY The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and health officials in multiple states are investigating a new salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers sold across the nation, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced this week. Cucumbers grown by a Florida-based farm distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales, Inc. are being linked to a salmonella outbreak, the FDA posted in a May 19 statement online. The vegetables, grown by Bedner Growers Inc., were distributed to retailers, distribution centers, wholesalers, and food service distributors this spring. The federal agency did not list where the cucumbers were sold. So far, no deaths have been reported. But 26 people in 15 states have been sickened by salmonella, with nine patients needing to be hospitalized, according to the FDA statement. USA TODAY has reached out to Bedner. Inspection links cucumbers to salmonella In April, as part of a follow-up inspection in April 2025, FDA investigators collected an environmental sample from Bedner Growers Inc. that tested positive for salmonella and matched recent clinical samples from ill people. The recent follow-up inspection stemmed from a 2024 Salmonella Africana and Salmonella Braenderup outbreaks linked to cucumbers grown at the same Florida-based farm. Recalled cucumbers from that outbreak sickened about 551 people in 34 states, the FDA previously reported. Of the patients, 125 people were hospitalized, the CDC reported, and the outbreak ended in late August 2024. No deaths were reported. Last month's FDA's traceback investigation identified Bedner "as the common grower of cucumbers in the most recent outbreak," the FDA wrote in its announcement. "Do not sell or serve whole cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers Inc. and distributed by Fresh Start Produce Inc. between April 29, 2025 to May 19, 2025," the FDA wrote. What cucumbers are being linked to the salmonella outbreak? The whole cucumbers were grown by Bedner Growers, Inc., in Boynton Beach. They were distributed by Fresh Start Produce and sold from April 29 through May 19, the FDA reported. Fire damages Matunuck Oyster Bar: Restaurant named one of USA TODAY's best places to eat in U.S. Which states were people sickened in by cucumbers? As of May 19, the salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers has sickened 26 people in the following 15 states: Alabama California Colorado Florida Illinois Kansas Kentucky Michigan North Carolina New York Ohio Pennsylvania South Carolina Tennessee Virginia Why you shouldn't freak out: These 10 foods were named the 'riskiest to eat right now.' What is salmonella? Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and fatal infections in children, the elderly, and other people with weakened immune systems, according to the CDC. Most people infected with salmonella start developing symptoms 12 to 72 hours after eating the contaminated product. Diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps are the main symptoms. Most people recover without treatment, but in rare circumstances the infection can require hospitalization, according to the CDC. Pregnant women are also at higher risk of developing an infection from it and should seek medical attention if symptoms arise. Consumers who ate the affected cucumbers and have symptoms should contact their health care provider to report their symptoms, the FDA said, and receive care. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealu
