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Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Charcuterie Meats Feb 15 Update
1 year ago •source cdc.gov
Outbreak
United States
A salmonella outbreak has been linked to charcuterie meats sold nationwide under various brands, including Aldi, Beretta, Black Bear, Busseto, Culinary Tour, Dietz and Watson, Lidl, Publix, and Salumi Artigianali. As of February 15, 2024, 87 people across 30 states have fallen ill, with 18 hospitalizations reported. The states mentioned in the investigation are AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, ID, IL, IA, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, NJ, NY, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, and WI.The outbreak is currently under active investigation, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), public health and regulatory officials in several states, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA-FSIS) involved. The charcuterie meat products from Fratelli Beretta have been identified as the source of the infections. Since the last update, 40 more illnesses have been reported. Illnesses started on dates ranging from November 20, 2023, to January 20, 2024. No deaths have been reported.
Whole genome sequencing showed it is a different strain of Salmonella from ill people in this outbreak and the Antipasto collected by the Minnesota Department of Health. The true number of sick people in this outbreak is likely much higher than the number reported, as many people recover without medical care and are not tested for Salmonella.
In case you are experiencing Salmonella symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source: www.cdc.gov/salmonella/charcuterie-meats-01-24/index.html
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