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Your Salad Could Be a Salmonella Nightmare! Massive Cucumber Recall Across 18 States!

Federal health officials are reporting a Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers that has sickened nearly four dozen people across 18 states, with at least 16 individuals requiring hospitalization.

In an update released on Friday, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the expansion of the food poisoning outbreak. The recalled cucumbers were grown by Bedner Growers Inc. and should no longer be available for sale. However, they were previously sold at three Bedner’s Farm Fresh Markets locations in Florida and distributed to stores, restaurants, and other locations in multiple states by Fresh Start Produce Inc. between April 29 and May 19.

Notably, Bedner Growers Inc., the Florida-based grower, was also identified by the CDC as one of the likely sources of a significant Salmonella outbreak in 2024 that affected 551 people across 34 states.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a list of known businesses that sold the recalled cucumbers, including their use in salads, salsa, and sushi.

The CDC is urging consumers to take immediate action: “If you have cucumbers at home and can’t tell where they are from, throw them away.” The agency also advises thoroughly washing any surfaces or items that may have come into contact with the cucumbers using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.

According to the CDC, most individuals infected with Salmonella experience symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, typically starting 6 hours to 6 days after consuming the bacteria. While the majority of people recover without treatment within 4 to 7 days, the CDC warns that younger children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for more severe illnesses that may necessitate medical treatment or hospitalization.

The agency recommends contacting a healthcare provider if severe symptoms develop, including diarrhea lasting more than 3 days without improvement, bloody diarrhea, a fever higher than 102°F, vomiting that prevents keeping liquids down, and signs of dehydration such as reduced urination, dry mouth and throat, and dizziness upon standing.

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