Salmonella Scramble: Are Your Eggs Safe?

Wisconsin health officials have issued a major recall of eggs after a salmonella outbreak sickened 65 people across nine states. The outbreak is linked to a farm in Wisconsin, where eggs were distributed to stores and restaurants in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Michigan. The recall affects all types of eggs from this farm, including conventional, cage-free, organic, and non-GMO. The CDC says 24 people have been hospitalized, but thankfully, no deaths have been reported yet. The farm, Milo’s Poultry Farms LLC, has recalled all eggs with their label. If you have any of these eggs, don't eat them! Throw them away immediately. Restaurants are also being urged to stop selling or serving these eggs. But what about people who already ate these eggs and are feeling sick? The Wisconsin health department advises anyone experiencing symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, fever, or vomiting to contact their doctor right away. This outbreak raises some important questions about food safety. The USDA is already taking steps to limit salmonella in poultry products, including setting stricter standards for testing and requiring companies to keep salmonella levels low. This is a good thing, but it makes you wonder, are these measures enough? Could we do more to prevent these outbreaks from happening in the first place? This incident serves as a reminder to always be vigilant about food safety and to check for recalls. It's also a good time to think about where our food comes from and what steps can be taken to ensure it's safe and healthy.