Flavored noodles linked to more than 100 salmonella infections in Europe
Summary
European health officials reported 106 cases of salmonella infections linked to flavored noodle products in 14 countries. Most cases affected children and young adults, with nearly half requiring hospital care. The outbreak is associated with a Ukrainian producer.Key Facts
- There have been 106 confirmed salmonella infections across 14 European countries.
- Most affected people are children and young adults.
- About 49 people needed to go to the hospital.
- The salmonella strain involved is called Stanley.
- The outbreak is linked to flavored noodle products from a Ukrainian manufacturer, Euro Food Service.
- The company Reeva Foods recalled certain batches of instant noodles and started an internal investigation.
- Countries affected include Austria, Britain, France, Germany, Poland, Sweden, and others.
- Salmonella symptoms include diarrhea, fever, vomiting, dehydration, and stomach pain; most people recover in a week but it can be serious for vulnerable groups.
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