A nationwide salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers has led to 449 illnesses across 31 states. The CDC and FDA are jointly investigating this incident.
Cucumbers from two Florida farms, Bedner Growers and Thomas Produce Company, are identified as likely sources. Salmonella Braenderup was found in canal water at Thomas Produce.
The CDC and FDA combined two separate outbreak investigations based on similarities in timing, location, and affected individuals, highlighting the collaborative effort to identify sources.
Whole Genome Sequencing technology enables precise identification of foodborne pathogens, aiding in the investigation of the salmonella outbreak and improving food safety practices.
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