Salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeno peppers sickens 345 people across 27 US states: What we know

A multistate Salmonella Javiana outbreak has sickened 345 people across 27 states. Health authorities linked these illnesses to fresh jalapeno peppers imported from Mexico. Reported illnesses began between June 19 and July 20, with 36 hospitalizations. Investigators traced the contaminated peppers to Sinaloa, Mexico, prompting recalls. Consumers are advised to discard potentially affected jalapeno peppers and seek medical care if symptomatic.