CDC Confirms Alfalfa Sprout Outbreak Sickening 55 Across 15 States

CDC Confirms Alfalfa Sprout Outbreak Sickening 55 Across 15 States

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The CDC reported that an outbreak of E. coli and salmonella linked to alfalfa sprouts has sickened 55 people in 15 states, resulting in four hospitalizations and no deaths. Earlier, the FDA had identified a Minnesota grower as the source and announced a voluntary recall of the sprouts.

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August 22, 2026
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E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Alfalfa Sprouts Sickens 55 Across 15 States
E. coli and Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Alfalfa Sprouts Sickens 55 Across 15 States

Fox Business • 22 Aug 01:39

The CDC reports that an outbreak of E. coli and salmonella tied to alfalfa sprouts has caused illness in 55 people in 15 states, with four hospitalizations and no deaths.

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August 21, 2026
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FDA links alfalfa sprout outbreak to Minnesota grower, recalls product
FDA links alfalfa sprout outbreak to Minnesota grower, recalls product

CBS News • 21 Aug 22:56

Federal officials say an E. coli and salmonella outbreak affecting 55 people in 15 states is tied to alfalfa sprouts from a Minnesota producer, which has begun a voluntary recall.

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Minnesota and Wisconsin health agencies warn against specific alfalfa sprout brands after bacterial outbreak
Minnesota and Wisconsin health agencies warn against specific alfalfa sprout brands after bacterial outbreak

NBC News • 21 Aug 14:56

Health officials in Minnesota and Wisconsin have linked illnesses in 41 people to alfalfa sprouts sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands, identifying multiple strains of E. coli and Salmonella.

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Salmonella and E. coli outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts sickens 41 in Minnesota and Wisconsin
Salmonella and E. coli outbreak linked to alfalfa sprouts sickens 41 in Minnesota and Wisconsin

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 21 Aug 08:02

Health officials say 41 people have fallen ill after consuming alfalfa sprouts from a Minnesota grower, prompting recalls and warnings.

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August 20, 2026
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Minnesota and Wisconsin link alfalfa sprouts to multi-bacterial food poisoning outbreak
Minnesota and Wisconsin link alfalfa sprouts to multi-bacterial food poisoning outbreak

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 20 Aug 22:54

Health officials in Minnesota and Wisconsin have identified alfalfa sprouts sold under the Calco and Everything Sprouts brands as the source of 41 illnesses caused by several strains of E. coli and Salmonella.

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