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Alfalfa Sprouts Linked to Food-Poisoning Outbreak Across 15 US States

The CDC reports 55 cases of illness linked to alfalfa sprouts, with four hospitalizations and cases spread across 15 states.

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Outbreak Overview

U.S. health officials have identified a food-poisoning outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts that has affected people across 15 states. The outbreak involves multiple germs and has resulted in a significant number of illnesses nationwide.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the agency is aware of 55 confirmed cases nationally. Of these cases, four individuals have been hospitalized.

Geographic Spread and Detection

The outbreak was initially announced by state officials earlier this week after they documented more than three dozen cases specifically in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Following the initial reports in the Midwest, the CDC identified cases in several other states. Reported locations include Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Corporate Response

In response to the CDC's findings and the ongoing outbreak, Everything Sprouts has recalled its products. The recall follows the CDC's notification that the agency was aware of dozens of food-poisoning cases occurring nationally.

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  3. 3.Seattletimes — Alfalfa sprout linked to food-poisoning outbreak in 15 states, health officials say
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