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Daily Mail
03-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
FDA issues most dangerous recall for eggs sold nationwide carrying 'reasonable risk of DEATH'
Health authorities have issued the highest risk level to millions of eggs recalled due to potentially containing salmonella. Last month, California-based August Egg Company recalled 1.7million cartons of brown cage-free and certified organic eggs after they sickened 79 Americans in seven states. On Thursday, the FDA gave the recall a Class I designation, its most dangerous classification. This means 'there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.' The eggs were sold between February 29 and May 17 in California, Washington, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, Arizona, Nebraska, Kentucky and New Mexico. Illnesses were reported in all states except Illinois and Indiana. But officials fear that some of the affected cartons could still be lurking in refrigerators, putting others at risk. There have been no reported deaths, but 21 people were hospitalized from salmonella, a deadly bacteria that strikes 1.3million Americans and kills 420 a year. A total of 29 branded egg packages were included in the recall, including brands like Raleys, Simple Truth and Sun Harvest. Scroll down to see the full list. The packages have a Julian Date — time stamp indicating when they were packaged — between 32 and 126. The Julian Date can be found on the short side of the carton. Salmonella is killed by cooking eggs because the bacteria cannot survive temperatures above 140F (60C). But officials warn that cooking eggs sunnyside up is risky, saying this may lead to the top of the egg not being hot enough to kill the bacteria. An investigation linked the outbreak to the eggs after 27 out of 30 patients interviewed reported consuming them before falling ill. An inspection at the company's egg processing facility also detected salmonella at the factory — which was linked back to the outbreak. Salmonella can contaminate eggs in two ways: It can enter an egg while it is forming inside a hen, or after an egg has been laid when the bacteria gets onto the shell after contact with feces and penetrates the shell. If salmonella gets onto factory equipment, this can then spread it to multiple other eggs. It typically causes diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps that begin six hours to six days after initial infection, according to the CDC. Unlike most bacteria, once consumed some strains of salmonella can survive the stomach acid and travel into the intestines. Once there, they burrow into the cells lining the organ, causing inflammation, diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fever. The bacteria may also enter the bloodstream and travel to other organs. Most people recover within days, though the illness is responsible for more than 26,000 hospitalizations and 400 deaths a year. Customers are advised to throw out the recalled eggs or to return them to sellers for a full refund. Eggs recalled due to salmonella risk Item Name Plant Number Carton UPC Clover Large Brown Organic 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 070852010427 First Street Large Brown Cage Free Loose 1 case=150 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 041512039638 Nulaid Medium Brown Cage Free 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 071230021042 Nulaid Jumbo Brown Cage Free 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 071230021011 O Organics Cage Free Large Brown 6 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 079893401522 O Organics Large Brown 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 079893401508 O Organics Large Brown 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 079893401546 Marketside Large Cage Free Brown Organic 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 681131122771 Marketside Large Cage Free Brown Organic 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 681131122801 Marketside Large Brown Cage Free 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 681131122764 Marketside Large Brown Cage Free 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 681131122795 Raleys Large Brown Cage Free 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 046567033310 Raleys Large Brown Cage Free 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 046567040325 Raleys Organic Large Brown 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 046567028798 Raleys Organic Large Brown 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 046567040295 Simple Truth Medium Brown Cage Free 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 011110099327 Simple Truth Large Brown Cage Free 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 011110873743 Sun Harvest Cage Free Large Brown Organic 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 041512131950 Sun Harvest Cage Free Large Brown Organic 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 41512145162 Sunnyside Large Brown Cage Free 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 717544211747 Sunnyside Large Brown Cage Free 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 717544211754 Sunnyside Cage Free Large Brown Organic 12 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 717544201441 Sunnyside Cage Free Large Brown Organic 18 eggs P-6562 or CA-5330 717544211761 Loose Small Brown Cage Free-1 box= 6 flats (1 flat= 30 eggs) P-6562 or CA-5330 NA Loose Medium Brown Cage Free -1 box= 6 flats (1 flat= 30 eggs) P-6562 or CA-5330 NA Loose Medium Brown Organic -1 box= 6 flats (1 flat= 30 eggs) P-6562 or CA-5330 NA Loose Large Brown Organic -1 box=6 flats(1 flat=30 eggs) P-6562 or CA-5330 NA Loose Jumbo Brown Cage Free -1 box=5 flats(1 flat=20 eggs) P-6562 or CA-5330 NA
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
20 Million Eggs Recalled — Could Prices Spike Again? Here's What We Know
Organic and cage-free eggs have been recalled after a salmonella outbreak sickened dozens — but how does this land when egg prices are still sky-high and shoppers are only just starting to see relief? Here's what we know. Earlier this month, August Egg Company recalled 1.7 million dozen brown eggs, roughly 20 million total, distributed across nine states after a multistate outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis sickened at least 79 people. The affected eggs, labeled as organic and cage-free, were sold at major retailers, including Walmart, Safeway, Ralphs, Raley's, and Smart & Final. The recall includes cartons marked with plant codes P-6562 or CA5330. Sell-by dates range from March 4 to June 4, 2025, for most retailers and up to June 19, 2025, for Walmart locations. So far, 21 hospitalizations have been reported. No deaths have been confirmed. In response, August Egg Company has paused all shell egg sales from its Hilmar, California plant and is diverting product to pasteurization, a process that kills harmful bacteria before the eggs reach consumers. This isn't just about one recall — it's hitting the egg industry at a moment of ongoing tension. The U.S. lost more than 36 million hens this year due to avian flu outbreaks. New cage-free laws are now in effect in states including Colorado, Michigan, Utah, and Arizona, joining early adopters like California and Massachusetts. These shifts limit how quickly producers can adapt when supply is disrupted — especially for specialty eggs likethe ones under recall. Meanwhile, egg prices are still elevated. According to the May Consumer Price Index data, prices have eased slightly since their March and April peaks but remain over 40% higher year-over-year. The dip from April to May was real — but not enough to bring full relief. And now, with one major supplier offline, the market is reacting. The USDA's June 20 Egg Markets Overview shows: Loose national egg prices rose to $2.73/dozen California cage-free wholesale prices jumped to $3.09/dozen Retail ad prices for conventional eggs surged to $3.60/dozen, up 44% from the week prior While no national price spike has been directly linked to the recall, this kind of disruption can tilt an already fragile balance — especially if consumers begin panic-buying or stockpiling. The FDA's investigation is ongoing, and additional updates may follow as the agency continues to monitor the outbreak and track affected shipments. August Egg Company says the pasteurization shift has been in place for over a month, and an internal review is underway. Meanwhile, processors are importing eggs to help stabilize supply, and retailers are adjusting ad strategies as contract pricing shifts. Inventory for Large shell eggs is down 6%, and cage-free stock dropped 7.5% over the past ad cycle. Add in tight production due to flock losses, and the next few weeks will be key in determining whether prices hold or climb. Check your eggs: Look for plant codes P-6562 or CA5330 and Julian dates 032–126. You can view the full list of affected brands here. Dispose or return: If your carton matches the recall, toss it or return it to the store for a refund. Stay alert: Sign up for FDA food safety notifications or check your grocery app's recall section if you shop digitally. This isn't just a food safety alert — it's a reminder that the egg market is still on edge. Keep an eye on your fridge, your receipts, and the fine print. Even a single cracked link in the supply chain can ripple farther than expected. ICYMI: Catch up on the first two stories in this series: Eggs recalled in 9 states for salmonella risk — what to know Egg recall grows to 1.7 million dozen after salmonella outbreak — FDA expands investigation
CBS News
09-06-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Salmonella outbreak tied to recalled eggs makes dozens sick across 7 states in the West and Midwest
A salmonella outbreak linked to a large egg recall has made dozens of people sick in seven states in the West and Midwest, federal health officials said Saturday. The August Egg Company recalled about 1.7 million brown organic and brown cage-free egg varieties distributed to grocery stores between February and May because of the potential for salmonella, according to an announcement posted Friday on the Food and Drug Administration's website. At least 79 people in seven states have gotten a strain of salmonella that was linked to the eggs, and 21 people have been hospitalized, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said. The recall affects retailers in Arizona, California, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Washington and Wyoming. The recalled eggs were sold under brand names including Clover, First Street, Nulaid, O Organics, Marketside, Raleys, Simple Truth, Sun Harvest, and Sunnyside. Plant code numbers for the recalled eggs are P-6562 or CA5330, according to the CDC's website. This Centers for Disease Control and Prevention map shows the locations of people affected by a Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention "August Egg Company's internal food safety team also is conducting its own stringent review to identify what measures can be established to prevent this situation from recurring," the company said in a statement on the FDA's website. "We are committed to addressing this matter fully and to implementing all necessary corrective actions to ensure this does not happen again." Symptoms of salmonella poisoning include diarrhea, fever, severe vomiting, dehydration and stomach cramps. Most people who get sick recover within a week. Infections can be severe in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems, who may require hospitalization. The CDC advises people to throw away recalled eggs or return them to the store where they were purchased. Consumers should also wash and disinfect any surfaces that came in contact with the eggs. This is the latest in a string of salmonella-related outbreaks recently involving food. A tomato recall affecting three southern states was upgraded to a Class I recall, the most severe warning by the Food and Drug Administration. The recall was first announced in May over potential salmonella contamination. Also, nearly four dozen people across 18 states have gotten sick with salmonella food poisoning tied to recalled cucumbers, according to federal health officials. In an update, the CDC said the expanding outbreak led to at least 16 people being hospitalized.
Bloomberg
09-06-2025
- Health
- Bloomberg
Millions of Eggs Recalled After Dozens Sickened With Salmonella
The US Food and Drug Administration said more than 20 million eggs have been recalled after 21 people were hospitalized with salmonella. The eggs, distributed by the August Egg Company, were sold to retailers including Walmart Inc. and Safeway Stores Inc. between February 3 and May 19. The sell-by dates ranged from March 4 to June 19, the FDA said with its full list of brands involved.
Daily Mail
09-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Urgent nationwide recall issued for millions of eggs that could KILL if eaten
Nearly 2million eggs are being recalled over fears they could be contaminated with a potentially deadly pathogen. The FDA revealed the recall of 1.7m brown cage-free and certified organic eggs this week that have already sickened 79 people and hospitalized 21. Sold by California-based August Egg Company, the eggs are reported to be contaminated with salmonella — a bacteria that kills about 420 Americans every year. The eggs were sold between February 29 and May 17 across seven states — California, Washington, Nevada, Arizona, Nebraska, Kentucky and New Jersey. But officials fear that some of the affected cartons could still be lurking in refrigerators, putting others at risk. No deaths have been reported to date. Customers are advised to throw out the recalled eggs or to return them to sellers for a full refund. A total of 29 branded egg packages were included in the recall, including brands like Raleys, Simple Truth and Sun Harvest. The packages have a Julian Date — time stamp indicating when they were packaged — between 32 and 126. The Julian Date can be found on the short side of the carton. Salmonella is killed by cooking eggs because the bacteria cannot survive temperatures above 140F (60C). But officials warn that cooking eggs sunnyside up is risky, saying this may lead to the top of the egg not being hot enough to kill the bacteria. An investigation linked the outbreak to the eggs after 27 out of 30 patients interviewed reported consuming them before falling ill. An inspection at the company's egg processing facility also detected salmonella at the factory — which was linked back to the outbreak. Salmonella can contaminate eggs in two ways: It can enter an egg while it is forming inside a hen, or after an egg has been laid when the bacteria gets onto the shell after contact with feces and penetrates the shell. If salmonella gets onto factor equipment, this can then spread it to multiple other eggs. Experts say that cooking eggs thoroughly — such as via boiling or frying — will kill salmonella, which cannot survive temperatures above 140F (60C). About 1.35million people are infected with salmonella in the US every year, estimates suggest, via consuming contaminated food or water. Symptoms begin six hours to six days after infection, and include diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps and nausea and vomiting. For many patients, the illness goes away on its own within a few days. But in severe cases, it can lead to persistent diarrhea, high fevers, aches, headaches and lethargy. In rare instances, the bacteria can also spread to other organs in the body — which can prove fatal. An infected patient may spread the bacteria to others via touching contaminated surfaces, officials warn.
