Whole Foods Recall: Map Shows States Impacted By Salmonella Outbreak
Summary
Whole Foods recalled many products containing jalapeños from 12 U.S. states due to a salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños from a supplier in Mexico. While no illnesses have been reported from Whole Foods’ recalled items, the outbreak has affected 27 states and led to hospitalizations.Key Facts
- Whole Foods recalled salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo, and other prepared foods containing jalapeños.
- The jalapeños came from Coast Citrus Distributors, with a suspected source grower in Sinaloa, Mexico.
- No illnesses have been reported so far from the recalled Whole Foods products.
- Salmonella can cause diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps and is more dangerous for young children, elderly, and people with weak immune systems.
- The outbreak has infected 345 people in 27 states with 36 hospitalizations and no deaths reported.
- The recall covered products sold in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wisconsin.
- Taylor Farms, which also included jalapeños in its products, recently recalled more than a dozen items, prompting Whole Foods’ recall.
- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued a public health alert about meat and poultry products containing jalapeños potentially contaminated with salmonella.
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