The Broome County Jail kitchen had food safety violations before the Salmonella outbreak that sickened more than 300 inmates occurred, according to news reports. Ten inmates were hospitalized, but eight of them have been released. The rest recovered without medical attention. Allegedly it was the chicken salad that was the source of the pathogen; it did test positive for Salmonella. Olivia Catalino, director of public health, said in a statement, "Our team observed numerous instances of potentially hazardous food that were improperly refrigerated. Another critical violation was noted when food was never temperature checked. The worker was then observed handling the cooked chicken with bare hands. Another violation while transferring it to the container." In addition, milk was left … [Read more...]
Broome County Jail Salmonella Outbreak May Be Chicken Salad
The Broome County jail Salmonella outbreak may be chicken salad, according to news reports. The Sheriff, Fred Akahar, held a news conference on June 1, 2026 and stated that the source may have bee4n identified. Out of the 450 inmates at the jail, 320 of them got sick with Salmonella infections. Traceback conducted by the Broome County Health Department may have found the problem. Most of the inmates were interviewed and were asked questions about how long they had been ill and what foods they ate. Ten of those patients were hospitalized. Six were treated and sent back to the jail. The other four have been admitted. Food samples were sent to the New York State Department of Health's Wadsworth Lab in Albany. The chicken salad that was served tested positive for Salmonella. Whole … [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...]
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...]
USDA Retracts Alert For Walmart Dino Chicken Breast Nuggets
The USDA has retracted the public health alert issued on April 1, 2026 for Walmart Great Value Dino Chicken Breast Nuggets for unsafe levels of lead. They have confirmed that the product does not pose a public health concern. The product was made by Dorado Foods. The public health alert was originally issued based on routine surveillance sampling that was conducted by the New York State Department of Public Health that indicated elevated trace levels of lead. This product is commonly consumed by children, who are most adversely affected by lead in food, so the alert was issued. After the alert was issued, more sampling was conducted by the New York State Department of Public Health and Dorado Foods. The original lot and additional lots were tested. All follow-up testing, … [Read more...]
Health Alert Issued For Great Value Dino Chicken Breast Nuggets
A public health alert has been issued by the USDA for Great Value Dino Chicken Breast Nuggets for unsafe levels of lead. A recall was not requested because these products are no longer available for purchase, but are likely still in consumers' freezers. This product was sold at Walmart stores nationwide. Lead is especially dangerous for pregnant women, infants, and young children because it can harm developing brains and nervous systems, sometimes causing lasting problems such as learning disabilities and lowered IQ. There is no safe amount of lead exposure. Guidelines from the Food and Drug Administration provide an interim reference level (IRL) of 2.2 micrograms. The amount of lead found in these nuggets could be as much as five times higher than this IRL for children. Health … [Read more...]
Maine Mall Hannaford Meat Products Recalled For Quality Concern
Maine Mall Hannaford meat products are being recalled for quality concerns. The specific problem was not identified in the recall notice. No illnesses or injuries have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of these products. The recalling firm is Maine Mall Hannaford that is located at 415 Philbrook Avenue in South Portland, Maine. These products were available for purchase from Sunday, February 15, 2026 through Wednesday, February 18, 2026. No pictures of the recalled products were provided in the notice. The recalled products include Mailhot's Best Pork Pie packaged in a 20 ounce container. The UPC number for this item is 4259800001. Also recalled is Mailhot's Best Chicken Pie Refrigerated, packaged in an 8 ounce container. The UPC number is … [Read more...]
Chicken Wings Split Recalled in Canada For Semicarbazide
Chicken Wings Split are being recalled in Canada because they may be contaminated with the chemical semicarbazide. Semicarbazide is a toxic, potentially carcinogenic compound that can cause skin and eye irritation and organ damage. It is also a known metabolite of the banned antibiotic nitrofurazon. The recall notice did not state whether or not any illnesses have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is PLS Food Dishtribution Inc. This product was distributed to hotels, restaurants, and institutions in the province of Quebec. The recalled item is Chicken Wings Split that is packaged in a 40 pound container. There is no brand name for this product, and the type of container used was not specified. There is no … [Read more...]
Florida Publix Store Recalls Roasted Chickens For Contamination
One Florida Publix store is recalling one flavor of oven roasted chicken for possible chemical contamination. The chickens may have come into contact with oven cleaning material. The recall notice did not state whether or not any illnesses or injuries have been reported to the company to date in connection with the consumption of this item. The recalling firm is Publix Super Markets. The recalled product is Lemon Pepper Oven Roasted Chicken that was sold before 11:00 am on January 14, 2026 at the Publix store 0896, which is located at the Shoppes of Navarre Shopping Center in Navarre, Florida. The sell by date for the chicken was January 14, 2026. Chicken sold on or after 11:00 am on that day are not affected by this recall and is safe to eat. If you bought this chicken sold at … [Read more...]
Suzanna’s Kitchen Grilled Chicken Breast Recalled For Listeria
Suzanna's Kitchen Grilled Chicken Breast is being recalled for possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. No reports of illness have been received by the company to date in connection with the consumption of this product. The recalling firm is Suzanna's Kitchen of Norcross, Georgia. This item was produced on October 14, 2025. The recalled product is 10 pound cases containing two 5 pound bags of fully cooked ready to eat grilled chicken breast fillets with rib meat. The lot code for this product is 60104 P1382 287 5 J14. That code is stamped on the side of the case and on the packages of the chicken. This product has the establishment number P-1382 stamped inside the USDA mark of inspection. The chicken was shipped to distribution centers for foodservice sales in the states of … [Read more...]
