A St. Joseph county jail Salmonella outbreak in Indiana has sickened at least 23 inmates, according to news reports. Medical staff began treating the inmates for food poisoning symptoms on April 29, 2026. At least one inmate was hospitalized. County and state health departments conducted an inspection to try to determine the cause of the food poisoning. Samples were taken but have not yet been reported, so a cause is not officially determined, but the medical team diagnosed Salmonella infections based on symptoms and illness onset. No food has been identified as the cause of the outbreak. The jail was apparently inspected by county health officials five days before the outbreak, and passed with no critical violations found. Two corrections were made immediately: mold on wire … [Read more...]
Blood Clam Hepatitis A Outbreak Sickens NY Consumers
A blood clam hepatitis A outbreak has sickened an unnamed number of New York consumers, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. The blood clams (Concha Negra) were imported from Ecuador. The blood clams were sold freshly frozen and were used to make clam ceviche, a dish that uses uncooked clams and citrus juice. The illness onset dates range from August 2025 to February 2026. Blood clams are also known as black clams and black conch meat. They were shipped to a New York dealer from a New Jersey importer and distributed throughout the state. The clams are La Serranita Concha Negra Shell Meat, Fresh Frozen, packaged in 16 ounce packages. The New York dealer has contacted the buyers and recalled all of the clams that were distributed in … [Read more...]
Outdoor Poultry Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 34 in 13 States
An outdoor poultry Salmonella outbreak has sickened at least 34 people in 13 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Any backyard poultry can carry pathogens that can make you sick. The case count by state is: Florida (1), Illinois (1), Indiana (3), Kentucky (3), Maryland (2), Maine (3), Michigan (6), Mississippi (1), New Hampshire (1), Ohio (5), Tennessee (1), Wisconsin (5), and West Virginia (2). The patient age range is from 1 to 78 years, with a median age of 12. Forty-one percent of the patients are under the age of five. Illness onset dates range from February 26, 2026 to March 31, 2026. Of 27 people who gave information to public health officials, 13 have been hospitalized, for a hospitalization rate of 48%, much higher than the typical 20% … [Read more...]
Raw Farm Raw Cheddar E. coli O157:H7 Outbreak Ends With 9 Sick
The Raw Farm raw Cheddar E. coli O157:H7 outbreak has ended with nine sick, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Those nine patients live in three states. The outbreak was actually linked to raw Cheddar cheese and raw milk from that farm. More than half of the illnesses in this outbreak were in children under the age of five. The cheese was recalled on April 7, 2026. The case count by state is: California (7), Florida (1), and Texas (1). The patient age range is from 1 to 28 years, with the median age of 2. Illness onset dates range from September 1, 2025 to February 20, 2026. Of the eight patients who gave information to public health officials, three have been hospitalized, for a hospitalization rate of 37.5%. One person has developed … [Read more...]
Raw Oysters Salmonella Telekebir Outbreak Ends With 80 Sick
The raw oysters Salmonella Telekebir outbreak has ended with 80 people sick in 23 states and 34 people hospitalized, according to the CDC. This outbreak ending was reported in February 2026. No recall of the oysters was issued. The case count by state is: Arizona (3), California (3), Colorado (3), Connecticut (2), Delaware (4), Florida (5), Georgia (5), Illinois (2), Iowa (1), Kentucky (1), Maine (1), Massachusetts (4), Maryland (3), Missouri (1), New Jersey (7), New York (10), North Carolina (1), Pennsylvania (11), South Carolina (3), South Dakota (1), Tennessee (1), Texas (2), and Virginia (6). Illness onset dates range from June 21, 2025 to December 22, 2025. And the patient age range is from 1 to 76 years. The true number of people sick in this outbreak is likely much higher … [Read more...]
Ingles Chicken Salad Products Recalled in GA For Possible Salmonella
Ingles Chicken Salad is being recalled in Georgia for possible Salmonella contamination, according to the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The products were prepared in store at the Ingles supermarket that is located at 43 Highway 515 in Blairsville, Georgia. The recall notice did not state whether or not any illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of these products. The recalling firm is Ingles Supermarkets. The recalled items are Rotisserie Chicken Salad and Gourmet Grape Chicken Salad sold in both the deli department display case and customer self-service cases. The recalled items also include pre-packaged products such as chicken salad sandwiches, croissants, pitas, and dippers. You can see more pictures of the recalled products at the Georgia … [Read more...]
Poivre des Îles brand Salad + Seasoning Recalled For Insects
Poivre des Îles brand Salad + Seasoning is being recalled in Canada for the presence of insects. Some insects can carry diseases, and some people are allergic to them. In Canada, all foods are allowed to have a certain small percentage of insects in the product. The recall notice did not state whether or not any illnesses or allergic reactions have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Poivre des Îles. This product was sold at the retail level in the provinces of New Brunswick and Quebec. No pictures of the recalled product were provided in the recall notice. The recalled item is Poivre des Îles brand Salad + Seasoning that is sold in 28 gram containers. The type of container was not mentioned in the notice. … [Read more...]
E. coli O157:H7 Found in Raw Farm Raw Cheddar Cheese
E. coli O157:H7 found in Raw Farm raw Cheddar cheese, according to the CDC. That cheese is linked to an outbreak that has sickened at least nine people in three states. Raw Farm recalled the cheese more than two weeks after the outbreak was announced after initially refusing to recall these products. The case count by state is: California (7), Florida (1), and Texas (1). The patient age range is from 1 to 28 years, with the median age of 2. More than half of the patients are under the age of 5. Illness onset dates range from September 1, 2025 to February 20, 2026. Of the eight patients who gave information to public health officials, three have been hospitalized, for a hospitalization rate of 37.5%. One person has developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), a type of kidney failure. … [Read more...]
Rosabella Moringa Drug Resistant Salmonella Outbreak Grows
The Rosabella moringa drug resistant Salmonella outbreak has grown to include 10 patients in eight states, according to the CDC. That is an increase of three more patients and one more state since the last update was issued on February 13, 2026. The new state is Virginia. The moringa powder capsules were distributed by Ambrosia Brands LLC. The outbreak is over. The case count by state is Arizona (1), Florida (1), Iowa (1), Illinois (1), Indiana (2), Tennessee (1), Virginia (1), and Washington (2). Three people have been hospitalized because they are so sick. Illness onset dates range from September 26, 2025 through January 8, 2026. The patient age range is from 61 to 78 years. Public health officials have interviewed patients about what they ate the week before they got sick. Of … [Read more...]
FDA Adds Info to Raw Farm Raw Cheddar E. coli Outbreak
The FDA has added information to the Raw Farm raw Cheddar cheese E. coli outbreak, including where the cheese may have been sold. This outbreak has sickened at least nine people in three states; most of them are children. The FDA has encouraged Raw Farm to recall this cheese, but the owners of the farm have refused. So the FDA is warning people to not eat Raw Farm raw Cheddar cheese, both in block form and shredded, that was purchased on or after January 4, 2026. The cheese may have been sold at Sprouts Farmers Market and HEB stores, according to patient reports. There may be other retailers who are selling this cheese. The advisory will be updated as more information becomes available. The case count by state is: California (7), Florida (1), and Texas (1). The patient age … [Read more...]
