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Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican jalapeños affects 345 people

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A multistate salmonella outbreak, affecting at least 345 people across 27 states, has been traced to jalapeño peppers originating from a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico. Federal officials identified Coast Citrus Distributors as the importer, and the company has recalled the affected peppers. A significant majority of those who fell ill reported eating at Mexican-style restaurants, including Chipotle Mexican Grill and Qdoba, leading both chains to proactively remove jalapeños from their menus. AI

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Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican jalapeños affects 345 people

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Mike Stobbe, The Associated Press ·

    93% of jalapeno salmonella problems came from Mexican restaurants including Chipotle and Qdoba, officials say

    Federal officials say Chipotle's jalapeño risk is over. Investors who erased 10% of its stock value on Tuesday.

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