New states connected to salmonella outbreak as infections climb: CDC
A bacterial infection called Salmonella Javiana linked to jalapeno peppers has sickened hundreds of people across multiple states. Health agencies including the CDC and FDA are investigating the outbreak, which continues to grow. There is no indication of disagreement between parties in these reports.
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West Virginia among new states connected to salmonella outbreak as infections climb: CDC
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1 sourceJalapeño-linked salmonella outbreak sickens 431 people across 32 states
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2 developments- Aug 19Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapenos isn't over, as CDC reports over 400 cases
- Aug 20New states connected to salmonella outbreak as infections climb: CDC
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