Federal health officials are investigating a Salmonella Javiana outbreak involving 59 reported cases. Investigators are working to identify the food responsible.
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Federal health officials are investigating a Salmonella Javiana outbreak involving 59 reported cases, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Investigators are working to identify the food responsible for the illnesses.
Salmonella Javiana is one of the more common Salmonella serotypes reported in the United States. Outbreak investigations typically trace reported illnesses through interviews with patients about what they ate in the days before becoming ill.
Current status
Investigators have not yet publicly identified the food source. The FDA's outbreak investigation page is updated as the traceback proceeds.
Eat This TV is reporting the agency's announcement and has not independently verified the source of the outbreak. This story will be updated as the FDA releases additional information.
Original source
FDA — Investigations of Foodborne Illness OutbreaksEat This TV summarizes publicly available outbreak notices. Verify case counts and product details directly with the FDA. This article does not constitute medical advice.