Nearly 100 people sickened in salmonella outbreak linked in part to recalled eggs produced in Texas: FDA

Key Points:

• Nearly 100 people across 17 states have been infected in a salmonella outbreak linked partly to recalled eggs from Midwest Poultry Services, with 26 hospitalizations and no reported deaths, according to the FDA.
• Midwest Poultry Services voluntarily recalled nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs produced in Texas, with "sell by" dates between July 20 and August 17, 2026, sold at various grocery stores and foodservice customers in multiple states.
• The recalled eggs can be identified by specific code numbers and Julian Dates printed on the cartons, and customers are advised not to consume them and to return the product for a full refund.
• The company stated the recall was a precautionary measure and emphasized their commitment to safe egg production, including diverting eggs to pasteurization and conducting internal investigations and testing protocols.
• Salmonella infections typically cause symptoms like abdominal pain, fever, and diarrhea and can be severe for young children, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems, with most people recovering within a week without treatment.