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Dozens of people in several states fall ill in salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs

Sixty-five people in nine states have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Saturday.

Of the 63 cases for which information is available, 24 were hospitalized. No deaths have been reported. The CDC says the outbreak may be difficult to treat with commonly recommended antibiotics; laboratory tests showed the bacteria are resistant to nalidixic acid and ciprofloxacin. The illnesses began between May 23 and August 10.

Eggs of all types, sizes and expiration dates labeled

Eggs of all types, sizes and expiration dates labeled “Tony's Fresh Market” have been recalled due to Salmonella contamination. – Food and Drug Administration

The eggs were supplied by Milo's Poultry Farms LLC in Bonduel, Wisconsin, and shipped to stores and restaurants in Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says they may have been shipped to other locations as well. The recall was announced Friday.

The eggs are labeled Milo's Poultry Farm or Tony's Fresh Market. All egg types, sizes and expiration dates are affected by the recall.

The recalled eggs should be thrown away or returned to the store. Objects and surfaces that may have come into contact with the recalled eggs should be cleaned with hot, soapy water or in the dishwasher.

Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, which can occur within a few hours or days of eating the bacteria. Most people recover without treatment, but they should seek immediate medical attention if they have severe symptoms, symptoms that do not improve after a few days, or signs of dehydration. Children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to become seriously ill.

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