Multistate salmonella infections climb to 431, US CDC says
CMG•Broader food safety context
The salmonella outbreak comes as U.S. health officials also investigate a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms, a major food-service producer.
The CDC estimates salmonella causes more than 1 million foodborne illnesses in the United States every year.
Restaurants mentioned in the investigation
- 91% of people interviewed reported eating at a Mexican-style restaurant before their illness, including at Chipotle Mexican Grill and QDOBA, the CDC said.
- Chipotle switched its jalapeno supplier, while QDOBA restaurants ceased using the ingredient.
CDC says outbreak has grown to 431 infections
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Wednesday that a salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeno peppers has infected 431 people across 32 states, up from 345 cases in 27 states reported earlier this month.
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