Are the lettuce, jalapeños recalls connected? Here’s what experts say
Two food recalls have sickened thousands of people and caused two deaths. Experts are examining whether the lettuce and jalapeño outbreaks are connected to the same source.
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Part of The 2026 salmonella outbreak traced to jalapeños from a Mexican farm
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Are the lettuce, jalapeños recalls connected? Here’s what experts say
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Are the lettuce, jalapeños recalls connected? Here’s what experts say