The Hidden Cantaloupe Danger You're Probably Ignoring

Health officials said thursday, as the number of illnesses and recalls tied to a deadly. During the summer and fall of 2011, cantaloupes contaminated with the bacterium listeria monocytogenes originating at jensen farms in colorado caused one of the deadliest foodborne illness outbreaks in u. s. Tainted melons sickened 147 people in 28 states, killed 33,. Jan 24, 2022 · it may surprise you to know that fresh fruits or vegetables can be the source of these illnesses. Bacteria cause most foodborne illnesses, particularly e.

Dec 1, 2023 · dr. Todd ellerin of south shore health answers questions about a nationwide salmonella cantaloupe recall, including cases here in new england. Foodborne illness outbreaks from cantaloupe have been traced back to wash water, shipping ice and even contact with contaminated meat, according to a 2005 study in the international. Oct 6, 2023 · salmonella is the most common pathogen that can be found in cantaloupes and melons, but it's hard to trace a single contamination point. Salmonella can cause diarrhea,. Dec 18, 2023 · hundreds of people in the u. s. And canada have been sickened and at least 10 people have died in a growing outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to contaminated whole. Dec 18, 2023 · hundreds of people in the u. s. And canada have been sickened and at least 10 people have died in a growing outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to contaminated whole.