The FDA is recalling cucumbers linked to a Salmonella Montevideo outbreak that has affected over two dozen individuals across fifteen states. Cucumbers, distributed by Fresh Start Produce from cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers between late April and mid-May, have resulted in 26 illnesses, with nine requiring hospitalization. The FDA's investigation linked positive environmental samples from Bedner Growers with the outbreak, prompting an urgent recall to safeguard public health. Symptoms of a Salmonella infection may include gastrointestinal distress, which typically develops 12 to 72 hours after exposure.
The FDA announced a recall for cucumbers grown by Bedner Growers due to a multistate Salmonella outbreak, affecting people from California to New York.
Investigators found a positive environmental sample from Bedner Growers that matched clinical samples from sick individuals, identifying them as the common grower in the outbreak.
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