Continuing our countdown of the Top 10 Outbreaks of 2025, number 9 is the Metabolic Meals Salmonella outbreak that sickened at least 21 people in 13 states, according to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The case count by state was: Arkansas (1), California (3), Connecticut (1), Georgia (2), Illinois (2), Minnesota (3), Missouri (3), Mississippi (1), New York (1), Pennsylvania (1), Texas (1), Washington (1), and Wisconsin (1). The patient age range is from 0 to 96 years. Illness onset dates range from July 24, 2025 to October 3, 2025. Of the 15 people who gave information to public health investigators, 13 said they ate a Metabolic Meals menu item before they got sick. Eight people have been hospitalized out of 19 who were interviewed, for a hospitalization … [Read more...]
Top 10 Outbreaks of 2024: Number 10 Sweet Cream Pastries
It's time for the Top 10 Outbreaks of 2025. Number 10 is the Sweet Cream Pastries Salmonella outbreak that sickened at least 18 people in seven states. Because the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) did not release any information about this outbreak, we do not know the case count by state or the patient age range. The pastries were imported from Italy. The states where the patients lived were California, Illinois, Massachusetts, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. The last illness onset date was December 26, 2024. The outbreak was declared over in March 2025. Of the 12 patients who gave information about themselves to public health investigators, one person was hospitalized. Of seven people who responded, five, or 71%, said they ate pastries … [Read more...]
Vega Farms Eggs Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 63 in California
A Vega Farms eggs Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak has sickened at least 63 people in California, according to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Thirteen poeple have been hospitalized because they are so sick. Those numbers are current as of December 5, 2025. Public health officials are warning consumers not to eat, serve, or sell the recalled in-shell eggs. The eggs were recalled on December 5, 2025. The recalled product is Vega Farms Brown Eggs with handler code 2136. The Julian date (a 3-digit number from 001 to 365 that corresponds to the day of the year) is 328 and before. The sell by dates are 12-22-25 and earlier. The package sizes are 1 dozen cartons and 30 egg flats at the retail level, and 15 dozen cases that contain 6 flats of 30 eggs each at the … [Read more...]
Moringa Leaf Powder Salmonella Outbreak Ends With 11 Sick
The Moringa leaf powder Salmonella outbreak has ended with 11 people sickened in seven states, according to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Epidemiologic, traceback and laboratory data showed that products containing moringa leaf powder were contaminated with Salmonella Richmond and made people sick. The case count by state is: Florida (2), Kansas (2), Michigan (1), North Carolina (1), New York (1), South Carolina (1), and Virginia (3). Illness onset dates range from May 12, 2025 to September 4, 2025. The hospitalization rate is 27%, higher than the typical hospitalization rate for a Salmonella outbreak, which is 20%. The patient age range is from 13 to 65 years old. In interviews with public health officials, 9 out of 10 patients said they ate powdered … [Read more...]
Country Eggs Salmonella Outbreak Ends With 105 Sick
The Country Eggs Salmonella outbreak has ended with 105 people sick in 14 states and 19 hospitalizations. That is an increase of 10 more patients and one more hospitalization since the last update was published on August 28, 2025. The case count by state is: Arizona (1), California (82), Florida (1), Georgia (1), Hawaii (1), Iowa (1), Minnesota (4), North Carolina (2), Nebraska (1), New Mexico (1), Nevada (4), New York (2), Pennsylvania (1), and Washington (3). Illness onset dates range from January 7, 2025 to August 14, 2025. The patient age range is from 1 to 91 years. Of the 82 people who gave information about their health to public officials, 19 have been hospitalized. Patients were interviewed by public health officials. Of the 42 people interviewed viewed, 38, or 90%, … [Read more...]
Carole’s Cheesecake Cheesecakes Recalled For Salmonella
Carole's Cheesecake cheesecakes made with pistachios are being recalled in Canada for possible Salmonella contamination. The recall notice did not state whether or not any illnesses are linked to these products. The recall itself is linked to a Salmonella outbreak in that country caused by pistachios and pistachio-containing products. These cheesecakes were sold to hotels, restaurants, and institutions in the provinces of British Columbia and Ontario. The recalling firm is Carole's Cheesecake Company. No pictures of the recalled products were provided in the recall notice. The recalled items are all Carole's Cheesecake Company brand. They include Pistachio Eggless Cheesecake that is packaged in 2.3 kilogram container. The UPC number that is stamped on the label is 1 00 63594 … [Read more...]
Food to Live Moringa Powder Products Recalled For Salmonella
Food to Live Moringa Powder products are being recalled for Salmonella contamination. These items are linked to a nationwide Salmonella Richmond outbreak that has sickened at least 11 people in seven states and has hospitalized three patients. The two products are Moringa Leaf Powder and Organic Supergreens Powder Mix. The Moringa Leaf Powder was packaged in 8 ounce, 1 pound, 2 pound, 4 pound, 8 pound, 16 pound, and 44 pound bags. The Organic Supergreens Powder Mix was packaged in 8 ounce, 1 pound, 1.5 pound, 3 pound, 6 pound, and 12 pound bags. Only packages with lot codes starting with "SO-69006" and ending with "SO-72558" are included in this recall. These codes are printed on the back of the bag. No other Food to Live products and lots are included in this recall. The recall … [Read more...]
Two More Moringa Leaf Products Recalled With Links To Illnesses
Two more moringa leaf products have been recalled with links to illnesses in the Salmonella Richmond outbreak that has sickened at least 11 people in seven states, according to the FDA. The newly recalled products are Food to Live Organic Moringa Powder and Food to Live Organic Supergreens Powder Mix. Africa Imports Moringa Leaf Powder, previously recalled, had the "no illnesses linked to this product" statement removed. The case count by state is: Florida (2), Kansas (2), Michigan (1), North Carolina (1), New York (1), South Carolina (1), and Virginia (3). Illness onset dates range from May 12, 2025 to September 4, 2025. Three people have been hospitalized, for a hospitalization rate of 27%, which is higher than the typical 20% hospitalization rate for a Salmonella outbreak. The … [Read more...]
FDA Weighs in on Moringa Leaf Powder Salmonella Outbreak
The FDA has weighed in on the moringa leaf powder Salmonella outbreak that has sickened at least 11 people in seven states. It was sold as Member's Mark Super Greens Dietary Supplement at Sam's Club stores. It was also sold online. This product has been recalled, regardless of lot codes and best by or use by dates. It was manufactured by Vallon Farm Direct. The case count by state is: Florida (2), Kansas (2), Michigan (1), North Carolina (1), New York (1), South Carolina (1), and Virginia (3). Illness onset dates range from May 12, 2025 to September 4, 2025. The hospitalization rate is 27%, higher than the typical hospitalization rate for a Salmonella outbreak, which is 20%. The patient age range is from 13 to 65 years. The FDA conducted a traceback investigation based … [Read more...]
Moringa Leaf Powder Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 11 in 7 States
A Moringa Leaf Powder Salmonella outbreak has sickened at least 11 people in seven states and has hospitalized three, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This product is the dried leaf of the Moringa tree. It's also known as Member's Mark Super Greens powdered supplement that is sold at Sam's Club stores. The case count by state is: Florida (2), Kansas (2), Michigan (1), North Carolina (1), New York (1), South Carolina (1), and Virginia (3). Illness onset dates range from May 12, 2025 to September 4, 2025. The hospitalization rate is 27%, higher than the typical hospitalization rate for a Salmonella outbreak, which is 20%. The patient age range is from 13 to 65 years. State and local public health officials interviewed patients about the foods they … [Read more...]
