Third death reported in cantaloupe salmonella outbreak as illnesses span 38 states
According to the CDC, if you eat food contaminated with salmonella, you may experience food poisoning within 12 to 72 hours. The symptoms usually last 4 to 7 days, including diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps.
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A third person in the U.S. has died and 96 have been hospitalized after consuming cantaloupes and pre-cut fruit products connected to a salmonella outbreak, causing concern among top U.S. health officials. Five have died in Canada and 129 sickened as well.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 230 cases of illness have been reported in the U.S. as of the latest update.
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FILE -- In this photo illustration a cantaloupe is seen sliced open.
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The CDC says the total outbreak now spans 38 states and Canada. The latest onset date recorded was Nov. 10.
Since the outbreak was first reported on Nov. 17, an active investigation has been ongoing to determine whether other products are associated with illnesses.
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The CDC is keeping track of cases by state.
(Centers for Disease Control / FOX Weather)
Several recalls related to cantaloupes were issued. Crown Jewels Produce recalled whole fresh cantaloupes, Sofia Produce expanded their recall of fresh whole cantaloupe, and CF Dallas recalled fresh cut fruit products made from whole cantaloupe that were also subject to recalls.
Stores like Sprouts, Trader Joe's and Kwik Trip pulled the fruit from shelves.
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According to the CDC, if you eat food contaminated with salmonella, you may experience food poisoning within 12 to 72 hours.
The symptoms usually last 4 to 7 days, including diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps. People with weakened immune systems, the elderly, and children under five years of age are more likely to have severe infections.
Consumers who have symptoms should contact their healthcare provider to report their symptoms and receive care.