228 Million Eggs Recalled Due to Salmonella Poisoning

IOWA (GaeaTimes.com) — Several cases of illness have been found during the months of June and July that directly links to the Salmonella outbreak through poultry eggs. The accused Iowa egg producer, is recalling near about 228 million eggs back to his poultry farm.

Reportedly, 226 Californians and 7 in Minnesota were victimized by the tainted eggs. The eggs from Wright County Egg in Galt, Iowa were linked with a number of illness in Colorado, California and Minnesota. It seems we have to be aware of the eggs which are packaged under the names Lucere, Albertson, Mountain Dairy, Ralph’s, Boomsma’s, Sunshine, Hillandale, Trafficanda, Farm Fresh, Shoreland, Lund, Dutch Farms and Kemp. These were the major distributors of the infected eggs across the country.

The federal centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration are working hand in hand on further investigations.

Diarrhea, Abdominal cramps and Fever can be the early signs of Salmonella. Contamination is to take place in between 8-72 hours of consumption of these eggs. Weak immuno systems can be prone to deadlier consequences. So, if you think you have the symptoms, kindly consult with your nearest doctor.