FDA Warns People Not to Eat Recalled Eggs Contaminated with Salmonella

FDA warns people not to eat recalled eggs contaminated with salmonella

TO Lewis asked edited by Megha Satyanarayana

There really may be such a thing as a rotten egg. The US Food and Drug Administration urges people avoid eating, selling or serving eggs from Black Sheep Egg Company of Arkansas, which the company recently recalled due to potential salmonella contamination.

The eggs were supplied in cardboard boxes of 12 and 18 pieces, the expiration date was from August 22 to October 31, 2025. The company announced a voluntary recall at the end of September. The company also distributed eggs to other companies, including Santa Fe, Texas-based Kenz Henz, which released own voluntary recall October 16. These eggs were sold in stores in Houston, Texas. Black Sheep also shipped eggs to Arkansas and Missouri, where companies may have repackaged them. This is the third Salmonellaegg based recall so far this year.

“In response to several requests from consumers and customers, we want to confirm that all of our available eggs are safe to eat,” Black Sheep Egg Company said in a release. mail on his Facebook page on October 23. “We want to emphasize that all eggs tested negative for salmonella and showed no signs of contamination. Out of an abundance of caution and with the safety of our consumers in mind, we voluntarily recalled certain lots of eggs in September. This decision reflects our company's unwavering commitment to providing safe, high-quality products.”

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On September 29, the FDA began inspecting Black Sheep's egg processing facility and found 40 environmental samples that were positive for the virus. salmonella, bacteria that can cause serious foodborne illness.

June Salmonella outbreak in organic and cage-free eggs At least 134 people have fallen ill, but public health officials have not yet reported illnesses linked to this latest recall. Here's what you need to know about Salmonella and the illness it can cause.

What's happened Salmonella?

Salmonella This is a genus of bacteria that can cause disease in humans. Salmonella The bacteria most associated with foodborne illness are found in the intestines, skin and fur of animals such as chickens and cows. And they are spread through fecal contamination of surfaces that are not properly cleaned or raw foods that are handled without proper sanitation measures. Salmonella often transmitted through eggs or chicken (animals are often raised in crowded and unsanitary conditions), but there are also peanut butter outbreaksraw pork, raw beef, cucumbers and raw flour (such as in cookie dough). Pets and garden animals such as birds, hedgehogs, turtles, guinea pigs and bearded dragons may also carry Salmonella.

What are the symptoms of infection?

Salmonella the infection can cause stomach cramps, diarrhea, vomiting and fever. Symptoms usually appear eight to 72 hours after infection and last four to seven days. Children under five, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are most vulnerable.

How not to get sick?

The FDA says you should not eat, sell or serve the recalled eggs. You should also clean and disinfect anything the eggs touch. If you have recalled eggs, throw them away or return them to the store. When in doubt, throw it away!

Always, always cook your eggs before you eat them. Avoid eating raw eggs, especially if you have a weakened immune system. Eggs should be cooked until they reach temperature 160 degrees Fahrenheit (71.1 degrees Celsius) – This usually occurs when the yolks become hard.

Wash your hands, utensils and surfaces thoroughly with hot, soapy water before and after handling raw eggs or foods that contain them.

What to do if you get sick?

If you think you have symptoms Salmonella infections after eating eggs, consult a doctor. Most people get over infections within three to four days. However, if you have diarrhea that lasts more than two days or a fever above 102 degrees F (39 degrees C), you should see your doctor. There is no specific treatment, but it is important to stay hydrated to allow the infection to resolve on its own.

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