An outbreak of salmonella linked to eggs has affected dozens of people across seven states, primarily in the western United States. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that the August Egg Company, based in Hilmar, California, recalled approximately 1.7 million eggs due to potential contamination with salmonella. These eggs were sold under multiple brands and distributed to grocery stores between February 3 and May 15, 2025. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 79 individuals have fallen ill, with 21 requiring hospitalization. The majority of cases (63) are from California, while additional cases have been reported in Nevada, Washington, Arizona, Kentucky, Nebraska, and New Jersey. No fatalities have been reported. The recalled eggs, with sell-by dates ranging from March 4 to June 4, 2025, were sold at various retail locations including Save Mart, FoodMaxx, Raley’s, Ralphs, Safeway, and Walmart stores in several states. Consumers are advised not to consume any recalled eggs and to either discard them or return them to the point of purchase. The CDC recommends cleaning any surfaces that may have come into contact with the recalled eggs using hot soapy water or a dishwasher. Testing conducted by the FDA at the August Egg Company’s processing facility identified a strain of salmonella closely matching the strain found in those who became ill. The company stated it initiated a voluntary recall out of an abundance of caution and has since diverted all eggs from the implicated plant to a pasteurization facility to eliminate pathogens. The company is also conducting a thorough review to prevent future incidents. Salmonella typically causes symptoms such as fever, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, with most individuals recovering without treatment within four to seven days. — new from The New York Times
