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Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican jalapeños sickens hundreds in US

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A Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeño peppers has sickened nearly 350 Americans, with 36 hospitalized across 27 states. The CDC has traced the contamination to Salmonella Javiana in peppers grown in Sinaloa, Mexico, and distributed by Coast Citrus Distributors. While some restaurants have removed the affected produce, the complex supply chain and the common practice of consuming produce raw contribute to the ongoing risk of foodborne illnesses. AI

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Salmonella outbreak linked to Mexican jalapeños sickens hundreds in US

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Omer Awan, Senior Contributor ·

    Salmonella In Jalapenos Is The Latest Warning Sign: Why Foodborne Illnesses Keep Occurring

    A doctor answers common questions on the Salmonella jalapeño outbreak and explains why food borne illnesses continue to rise in America.

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