Wednesday, August 18, 2010

228 million eggs recalled in salmonella outbreak

An estimated 228 million eggs are being recalled in the wake of a salmonella outbreak linked to shell eggs.
The nationwide recall involves 13 brands of eggs from Iowa-based
Wright County Egg. So far, illnesses linked to the eggs have been confirmed in California, Colorado and Minnesota. Over 200 people have been sickened so far in California, said Los Angeles County health officer Dr. Jonathan Fielding. The recall specifically relates to eggs packed between May 16 and August 13, with Julian dates ranging from 136 to 225 and plant numbers 1026, 1413 and 1946. The Food and Drug Administration is investigating the incident.

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