Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs Affects 98 Individuals Across 17 States

Why it matters locally: While Colorado has not been identified as one of the 17 states with reported cases, residents should be aware of the ongoing national Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled shell eggs and follow food safety guidelines.

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Ninety-eight individuals in 17 states have contracted Salmonella since November, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported. Investigators have identified shell eggs recalled by Midwest Poultry Services as a probable source of the bacteria. The Indiana-based company's recalled eggs account for some, but not all, of the reported illnesses, investigators stated. The FDA continues its investigation into the outbreak.