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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirm 98 cases of Salmonella infections linked to recalled shell eggs.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed 98 cases of Salmonella Enteritidis infections linked to a multistate outbreak of contaminated shell eggs. The investigation, conducted in partnership with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and state public health officials, has identified Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. as a common source of the illness. While Texas accounts for the majority of the cases, the outbreak has spread to 17 states, including Georgia, Arizona, and New York. Health officials warn that the actual number of sick people is likely much higher than reported, as many individuals recover without seeking medical care. The CDC noted that the bacteria from all 98 cases showed resistance to certain standard antibiotics, such as nalidixic acid. For those requiring treatment, doctors are advised to consult the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System (NARMS) for guidance. Consumers are advised to throw out or return any recalled eggs produced in Texas and distributed between June 6 and July 3, 2026.

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