Wisconsin health officials issued a recall of eggs after a salmonella outbreak, affecting 65 people in nine states, originating from a farm in Wisconsin. Among the infected, 42 were in Wisconsin where the eggs were sold. The eggs were distributed in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan through various retail outlets. The recall includes all types of eggs labeled with ‘Milo’s Poultry Farms’ or ‘Tony’s Fresh Market’. The CDC confirmed the outbreak, with 24 hospitalizations and no deaths reported.
The recall was initiated by Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC of Bonduel, Wisconsin. Consumers were advised not to consume or cook with the recalled eggs, and restaurants were instructed not to sell or serve them. Individuals experiencing symptoms after consuming the eggs were advised to contact a healthcare provider. Symptoms of salmonella infection include diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, and vomiting lasting for several days.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced new measures in July to limit salmonella in poultry products, including testing for six strains of the bacteria and setting limits on salmonella levels. The CDC estimates that salmonella causes 1.35 million infections annually, with about 420 deaths, predominantly from food sources. The Agriculture Department estimates 125,000 infections from chicken and 43,000 from turkey each year.
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