Two brands of eggs are under recall after a salmonella outbreak led to 65 reported illnesses across nine US states. The recall affects eggs from Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC, which includes “conventional cage-free, organic, and non-GMO chicken eggs” sold under the Milo’s Poultry Farms and Tony’s Fresh Market brands.
Affected States and Distribution
The outbreak, reported by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), involves cases from May 23 to August 10. The affected states include California, Colorado, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Utah, Virginia, and Wisconsin. The recalled eggs were distributed to retailers and food service locations in Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin.
Health Impact
Of the 65 people infected, ranging in age from 2 to 88, 24 required hospitalization. Fortunately, no deaths have been reported. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that the actual number of sick individuals might be higher due to unreported cases and delays in reporting.
Safety Measures and Recommendations
The FDA advises consumers to discard any eggs that might be affected and to clean and sanitize any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the recalled eggs to prevent cross-contamination. The outbreak highlights the importance of food safety practices to avoid salmonella infections.