A national warning has been issued about eggs linked to a “life-threatening” Salmonella infection. 95 people across 14 states have fallen sick from this outbreak. 18 patients have been hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported yet.

In North Carolina, two cases have already been confirmed. On Wednesday, Country Eggs, LLC recalled cartons of its large brown cage-free eggs. The recalled eggs were sold under the names “Sunshine Yolks” and “Omega-3 Golden Yolk”, according to the report by The U.S. Sun.

Salmonella outbreak spreads in US states

The eggs also appeared under other brand cartons, Nagatoshi Produce, Misuho, and Nijiya Markets. Shipments went out between June 16 and July 9 in California and Nevada. The packaging sell-by dates were from July 1 to September 18.

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Officials warned that the exact number of sick people is probably higher because many people have never been tested. Delays in lab testing mean newer cases may not be included. The CDC urged people to check refrigerators for recalled cartons and throw them away immediately. People must also clean surfaces and kitchen tools that touch the eggs to avoid spreading infection, as stated by The U.S. Sun.

FDA egg recall warning for consumers

Doctors advised calling a healthcare provider if there are severe symptoms such as diarrhea with a fever above 102°F, vomiting, dehydration, or diarrhea lasting more than three days. The FDA and CDC are still investigating the multistate outbreak.

A similar recall happened last month in August, when the FDA recalled Large Brown Cage Free Sunshine Yolk eggs for possible Salmonella. That earlier outbreak had 92 reported cases, as per the report by The U.S. Sun.

FAQs

Q1. What egg brands are recalled for Salmonella in the US?
The FDA recalled Country Eggs, LLC products sold as Sunshine Yolks, Omega-3 Golden Yolk, Nagatoshi Produce, Misuho, and Nijiya Markets.

Q2. How many people got sick from the Salmonella egg outbreak?
The CDC said 95 people in 14 states have been sickened, and 18 were hospitalized, but no deaths were reported.