Nearly 100 people across 14 states have become ill in a Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled eggs, according to a food safety alert issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The agency reported that 95 individuals have contracted the same strain of Salmonella, with 18 requiring hospitalization. No deaths have been reported so far. Most cases are in California, which accounts for 73 of the illnesses.
Country Eggs, LLC has recalled its Large Brown Cage Free "Sunshine Yolks" eggs as of August 27, 2025. The CDC has provided additional details about the recalled products on its website: https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/eggs-08-25/index.html.
The CDC advises consumers not to eat, sell, or serve any of the recalled eggs. The agency recommends throwing away or returning the affected eggs to their place of purchase and cleaning any items or surfaces that may have come into contact with them using hot soapy water or a dishwasher.
The CDC outlined symptoms of severe Salmonella infection that require medical attention, including diarrhea accompanied by a fever higher than 102°F, diarrhea lasting more than three days without improvement, bloody diarrhea, persistent vomiting preventing fluid intake, and signs of dehydration.
Businesses are instructed not to sell or serve the recalled eggs and to thoroughly wash and sanitize items and surfaces exposed to them.
Salmonella infections typically cause diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps six hours to six days after exposure. Most people recover within four to seven days without treatment; however, some may experience more serious illness leading to hospitalization. Children under five years old, adults over 65 years old, and those with weakened immune systems face greater risk of severe illness.
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