At Least 55 Sickened in Salmonella and E. coli Outbreak Linked to Sprouts

At least 55 people have been sickened in an outbreak involving salmonella and E. coli infections linked to sprouts. Health officials are investigating the source of the contamination and working to identify affected products, suppliers, and distribution channels. Consumers may be advised to avoid certain sprouts or discard products included in any recall. Symptoms can include diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever. People experiencing severe or persistent symptoms should contact a healthcare professional, particularly young children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals.