A salmonella outbreak tied to eggs from Milo's Poultry Farms and Tony’s Fresh Market has sickened 65 people across nine states, according to health officials. The outbreak, which spans from late May through early August 2024, has led to 24 hospitalizations, though no deaths have been reported. The states affected include Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and as far west as California and Utah. The majority of cases have occurred in Wisconsin, with 42 people sickened in that state alone.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have linked the outbreak to salmonella-contaminated eggs supplied by Milo's Poultry Farms, an Amish-run business based in Bonduel, Wisconsin. After testing environmental samples, the FDA found that the strain of salmonella detected at the farm's processing facility matched the strain responsible for the outbreak. Consequently, the farm initiated a voluntary recall of all eggs under the brands "Milo’s Poultry Farms" and "Tony’s Fresh Market".
A poultry farm in Wisconsin has recalled all of its eggs distributed in three states that the CDC has linked to dozens of sicknesses as part of a Salmonella outbreak across nine states.
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The recalled eggs were distributed to retailers and foodservice locations in Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin, but the outbreak’s reach extends to other states, with cases reported in California, Colorado, Iowa, Minnesota, Utah, and Virginia.
The recall covers all carton sizes and types of eggs, including conventional, cage-free, organic, and non-GMO.
SALMONELLA OUTBREAK: 65 people sick in 9 states from eggs labeled with “Milo’s Poultry Farms” or “Tony’s Fresh Market. Do not eat recalled eggs, throw them away or return them to the store. Learn more about the outbreak: https://t.co/59tDiM2izY pic.twitter.com/pYJrt3CSTX
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Salmonella infections can cause a range of symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. While most people recover without medical treatment within a week, the bacteria can be particularly dangerous for young children, elderly adults, and individuals with weakened immune systems.
Public health officials have urged consumers to check their refrigerators and dispose of any eggs from the recalled brands. The CDC also advises that surfaces and containers that came into contact with these eggs be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to avoid further contamination.
Milo's Poultry Farms has paused operations during the investigation and is working with authorities to sanitize their facilities. The CDC and FDA continue to monitor the situation, with FDA inspectors conducting onsite evaluations at the farm. Meanwhile, health officials warn that the actual number of illnesses could be higher than reported due to underreporting.
With the outbreak centered primarily in the Midwest, particularly Wisconsin and Illinois, public health departments have been actively working to contain the spread and raise awareness. The CDC recommends that anyone who believes they may have consumed contaminated eggs and is experiencing symptoms seek medical attention immediately.
