FDA Updates Egg Recall After More People Were Sickened — Details Here
The FDA has given this recall the highest rating possible.
Published Oct. 7 2024, 12:51 p.m. ET
There has been an update to the Sept. 2024 egg recall issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The initial message was sent to customers on Sept. 6, 2024, warning shoppers about a possible salmonella contamination.
On Sept. 30, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sent out its own update about the recall to reflect the seriousness of the matter, giving the alert the highest possible classification.
Keep reading to learn more about the FDA and CDC's egg recall, including which states are impacted by the contaminated eggs.
The FDA recalls eggs due to salmonella concerns.
The initial recall was issued after more than five dozen people fell ill after consuming contaminated eggs from Milo's Poultry Farms, LLC. The recall spread across nine different states, and USA Today says that the products include eggs that were sold from May 23 to Aug. 10.
While there have not been any deaths as of the time of publication, two dozen people did fall seriously ill and required hospitalization, according to the CDC's Food Safety Alert.
The FDA's decision to update the CDC's recall to a Class I recall highlights the potential health risks that eating these eggs could have on someone's health since this designation is reserved for the most serious circumstances.
In case you don't already know, the CDC says that salmonella poisoning symptoms can range in severity and includeeverything from stomach cramps to fever. In extreme cases, consuming products contaminated with salmonella can even result in death.
These are the brands being recalled as part of the FDA alert:
The salmonella outbreak has been traced back to eggs from Milo's Poultry Farms, LLC in Bonduel, Wisconsin. According to USA Today, the recall involves both chicken and duck eggs and encompasses chicken products labeled Milo's Poultry Farms, M&E Family Farms, and Tony's Fresh Market.
The duck eggs were packaged by Milo's Poultry Farms and sold under the brand Happy Quackers Farm.
The CDC alert further advises customers that all types of eggs, sized cartons, and expiration dates from these brands are included in the recall.
These are the states where the recall is taking place:
While the eggs were initially sent to distributors in Michigan, Illinois, and Wisconsin, USA Today says reports were made about illnesses in several states across the country, including:
- California
- Colorado
- Iowa
- Illinois
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Utah
- Virginia
- Wisconsin
What should you do if you have some of the recalled eggs?
Those who have purchased the recalled eggs are advised to dispose of the product immediately. Furthermore, the FDA advises people to sanitize any surfaces that may have come into contact with the eggs.
If you're experiencing symptoms of salmonella poisoning, the CDC says you should contact your healthcare provider immediately, especially for those experiencing more severe symptoms like a fever above 102 degrees or signs of dehydration.
While shopping from reputable retailers typically holds a lower risk of foodborne illness, shoppers can lower their chances of getting sick thanks to contaminants like salmonella by eating a plant-based diet and consuming egg alternatives, like vegan eggs.
