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Jalapeños Linked to U.S. Salmonella Outbreak Traced to Mexican Farm and Distributor

Jalapeños Linked to U.S. Salmonella Outbreak Traced to Mexican Farm and Distributor

A multistate salmonella outbreak in the United States has been traced back to jalapeño peppers grown in Sinaloa, Mexico. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that the peppers were distributed in the U.S. by Coast Citrus Distributors, which has since recalled the product and notified its customers, including major Mexican food restaurant chains. The outbreak has affected at least 345 people across 27 states, with the majority of cases reported in Minnesota and Colorado. Although no deaths have been reported, 36 individuals have been hospitalized. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) noted that 93% of the 191 people interviewed in the outbreak investigation had eaten at Mexican-style restaurants, such as Chipotle Mexican Grill and Qdoba, between June 14 and July 14. Both restaurant chains have removed jalapeños from their menus as a precautionary measure.
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Minnesota Woman Sues Chipotle Over Salmonella Outbreak

Minnesota Woman Sues Chipotle Over Salmonella Outbreak

Kristen Behne, a Minnesota resident, has filed a lawsuit against Chipotle after allegedly contracting a salmonella infection from a burrito bowl purchased at a Chipotle restaurant in Roseville, Minnesota. The lawsuit claims that the infection, linked to contaminated jalapeno peppers, resulted in Behne being hospitalized with sepsis. The salmonella outbreak has affected 345 people across 27 states, with jalapenos from a specific grower in Mexico identified as the source. Chipotle has since removed the affected jalapenos from its restaurants and replaced them with products from different growers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has advised businesses to check their inventory for the recalled peppers.
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Jalapeños Linked to Salmonella Outbreak Traced to Mexican Farm, Impacting U.S. Restaurants

Jalapeños Linked to Salmonella Outbreak Traced to Mexican Farm, Impacting U.S. Restaurants

A multistate salmonella outbreak in the United States has been traced back to jalapeño peppers from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico. The outbreak has affected at least 345 people across 27 states, with the majority of cases reported in Minnesota and Colorado. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identified that 93% of the 191 people interviewed had eaten at Mexican-style restaurants, including Chipotle Mexican Grill and Qdoba, between June 14 and July 14. In response, Chipotle and Qdoba have removed jalapeños from their menus. Sweetgreen, another restaurant chain, also removed jalapeños from its menu due to customer concerns over fresh produce safety. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating whether the contaminated jalapeños reached grocery stores and may announce further actions. Health officials in Mexico have initiated an investigation at a packing plant in Nuevo Leon.
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USDA Issues Health Alert for Jalapeño-Containing Meat Products Amid Salmonella Outbreak

USDA Issues Health Alert for Jalapeño-Containing Meat Products Amid Salmonella Outbreak

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for meat products containing jalapeños, which may be linked to a salmonella outbreak affecting hundreds across 27 states. The alert pertains to red meat and poultry products that may be contaminated with salmonella due to jalapeños sourced from Sinaloa, Mexico. The outbreak has resulted in at least 345 illnesses and 36 hospitalizations, with Minnesota reporting a significant number of cases. The FSIS has identified 18 products from brands such as Taylor Farms and Ready Meals that are affected. The outbreak has prompted major food chains like Chipotle and Qdoba to remove jalapeños from their menus.
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Jalapeños linked to a US salmonella outbreak are tracked to a Mexican farm and a distributor

Jalapeños linked to a US salmonella outbreak are tracked to a Mexican farm and a distributor

Federal officials have traced a multistate salmonella outbreak to jalapeño peppers from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico
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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Mexican Jalapeños Affects 27 States, Including Wyoming

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Mexican Jalapeños Affects 27 States, Including Wyoming

A salmonella outbreak traced to jalapeño peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico, has affected 345 people across 27 states, including Wyoming. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have identified the outbreak strain as Salmonella Javiana. Thirty-six individuals have been hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported. The outbreak has been linked to jalapeños distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors and served at chain restaurants such as Chipotle and QDOBA. The outbreak was identified after federal investigators conducted patient interviews and supply-chain tracing. Wyoming has reported about six illnesses, none resulting in hospitalization. The outbreak highlights the risks associated with the modern food system, where produce is grown and distributed on a large scale, increasing the potential for widespread contamination.
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Jalapeño-Linked Salmonella Outbreak Spreads Across 27 U.S. States

Jalapeño-Linked Salmonella Outbreak Spreads Across 27 U.S. States

A salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers from Sinaloa, Mexico, has affected over 300 people across 27 U.S. states. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have identified the peppers, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors, as the source of the outbreak. The peppers were supplied to restaurants, including Chipotle and Qdoba, which have since removed them from their menus. The outbreak has resulted in 36 hospitalizations, but no deaths have been reported. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has stated that there is no evidence of the affected products being distributed in Canada.
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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeño Peppers from Chipotle and Qdoba

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Jalapeño Peppers from Chipotle and Qdoba

A salmonella outbreak has been linked to jalapeño peppers supplied to Chipotle and Qdoba restaurants, prompting a recall by Coast Citrus Distributors. The outbreak has affected multiple states, with Minnesota and Colorado reporting significant numbers of cases. Affected individuals have experienced symptoms such as fever and stomach cramps, with some requiring hospitalization. Chipotle and Qdoba have removed the contaminated peppers from their menus and are sourcing replacements from different suppliers. The outbreak is part of a broader issue with foodborne illnesses in the U.S., including other salmonella cases linked to eggs and backyard poultry.
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What to know about the multistate salmonella outbreak in the US

What to know about the multistate salmonella outbreak in the US

(Removes abbreviation in paragraph 2 and makes 'salmonella' lowercase throughout) Aug 7 (Reuters) - U.S. health authorities are currently investigating a multistate outbreak of salmonella javiana infections linked to fresh jalapeno peppers.
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Explainer-What to know about the multistate Salmonella outbreak in the US

Explainer-What to know about the multistate Salmonella outbreak in the US

Aug 7 (Reuters) - U.S. health authorities are currently investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Javiana infections linked to fresh jalapeno peppers. The investigation is being carried out jointly by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S.
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Salmonella Outbreak in U.S. Linked to Mexican Jalapeños

Salmonella Outbreak in U.S. Linked to Mexican Jalapeños

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States has issued a warning about a salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeños imported from Mexico. The outbreak has resulted in 345 reported cases across 27 states, with 36 hospitalizations. The jalapeños, distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors, were primarily supplied to Chipotle and QDOBA restaurants, which have since removed the affected products.
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Salmonella Outbreak from Mexican Jalapenos Affects 345 Across U.S.

Salmonella Outbreak from Mexican Jalapenos Affects 345 Across U.S.

The CDC and FDA are investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeno peppers from Mexico, affecting 345 people across 27 U.S. states. The outbreak has led to 36 hospitalizations, with no reported deaths. The peppers were distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors, which has initiated a recall of the affected products. Restaurants such as Chipotle and QDOBA were identified as recipients of the contaminated jalapenos. Both chains have since changed suppliers or stopped using jalapenos to mitigate the risk.