Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs Affects 98 Individuals Across 17 States

Why it matters locally: While the FDA has not yet confirmed if Alabama is among the 17 states affected by the Salmonella outbreak, consumers across the state should be aware of the ongoing investigation and the recall of eggs from Midwest Poultry Services.

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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.