Salmonella Outbreak Tied To Recalled Eggs Has Sickened 95 People Since January

Since January, a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs has sickened over 95 people across more than a dozen states, according to federal health officials reported Thursday.

Country Eggs LLC, located in Lucerne Valley, California, has issued a recall for large, brown cage-free “sunshine yolks” or “omega-3 golden yolks” eggs and halted production.

These eggs were distributed in cartons labeled with the brand names Nagatoshi Produce, Mishuo, and Nijiya Markets, featuring the code CA 7695 and sell-by dates ranging from July 1 to September 16.

The outbreak has affected individuals in at least 14 states, with symptoms appearing between January 7 and July 25, as reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Eighteen of the affected individuals required hospitalization.

The CDC suggests that there may be more cases of illness and that the tainted eggs could have been distributed to additional states.

An investigation conducted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, based on the purchasing and consumption patterns of the affected individuals, identified Country Eggs LLC as the common supplier.

These eggs were sold to various grocery stores and food service distributors. Consumers are advised to check their refrigerators for the recalled eggs and either discard them or return them to the store for a refund.

Common symptoms of salmonella poisoning include diarrhea, fever, severe vomiting, dehydration, and abdominal cramps. While most individuals recover within a week, severe cases may require hospitalization, especially in young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems.

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