Salmonella Outbreak from Eggs Linked to 65 Illnesses and 24 Hospitalizations

Published September 09, 2024

The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) linked an ongoing Salmonella outbreak investigation to eggs produced by Milo’s Poultry Farms, LLC. On September 6, the company recalled all of its eggs because they may be contaminated with Salmonella.

The recalled eggs include:

• All cartons labeled “Milo’s Poultry Farms” or “Tony’s Fresh Market”
• All types (conventional, cage-free, organic, and non-GMO)
• All sizes (medium, large, extra-large, and jumbo)
• All carton sizes
• All expiration dates

The recalled eggs were distributed to retail stores and food service locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. The company has notified these locations about the recall and has ceased operations until further investigation and sanitization are performed.

What Is Salmonella?

Salmonella is a bacteria that can make people sick. Signs of Salmonella poisoning include diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, and dehydration. Symptoms start six hours to six days after exposure to the bacteria. Most people recover without any treatment after four to seven days.

Salmonella may cause infections that require medical treatment or hospitalization and may be fatal for young children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that every year, Salmonella causes 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths in the United States, and food is the most common source.

As of September 6, the FDA and the CDC have reported 65 infections, 24 hospitalizations, and zero deaths linked to the recall. The reported infections came from people in Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Iowa, Minnesota, Virginia, Colorado, Utah, and California.

What To Do If You Have the Recalled Products at Home

If you purchased eggs in cartons labeled “Milo’s Poultry Farms” or “Tony’s Fresh Market,” do not consume them. Throw them away. Wash your hands immediately. Salmonella can survive in the refrigerator and freezer, so if you believe you stored the potentially contaminated eggs that were part of the recall in your fridge, follow the FDA’s guide for cleaning and sanitizing surfaces.

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any symptoms of Salmonella.

If you have questions, you can contact Milo’s Poultry Farms at (715) 758-6709.