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Shelled peas from Wisconsin farmers markets linked to Salmonella Outbreak
2 years ago •source dhs.wisconsin.gov
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The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS), in collaboration with DATCP and local health departments, is working to investigate cases of Salmonella infection associated with shelled peas sold at Wisconsin farmers markets. The peas were sold at Green Barn Farm Market farm stands and farmers markets in Ripon, Green Bay, Madison, and Fond du Lac, as well as Green Valley Acres Farm and Company farm stand in Neenah. Shelled peas are loose, no longer in their pod.As of July 29, 2022, at least 6 people were infected with the same strain of Salmonella bacteria and 3 have been hospitalized after purchasing shelled peas produced by Green Barn Farm Market of Ripon, Wisconsin. This investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who purchased shelled (loose) peas from Green Barn Farm Market or Green Valley Acres Farm since July 1, 2022, is advised to not eat them and to throw them away, even if the peas have been frozen.
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.dhs.wisconsin.gov/news/releases/072922.htm
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