Melon-Related Salmonella Outbreak Cases Occur In Minnesota, Wisconsin
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- A multi-state outbreak of Salmonella may be linked to melon products.
Caito Foods has recalled pre-cut watermelon, honeydew, cantaloupe and mixed fruit.
NEW SALMONELLA OUTBREAK: 93 people in 9 states linked to pre-cut melon sold at many stores. Don't eat, serve, or sell recalled melon. Learn more: https://t.co/VfuD4PwmaS pic.twitter.com/z6tYdIRXSA
— CDC (@CDCgov) April 13, 2019
Nine states have reported cases of Salmonella linked to the company's melon products, including three in Minnesota and one in Wisconsin.
Symptoms of Salmonella include diarrhea, abdominal pain and fever. About 28% of confirmed cases require hospitalization.
Health officials recommend throwing out or returning pre-cut melon products from Caito Foods.