CDC Investigating Four Active Foodborne Outbreaks Across the U.S.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently investigating four active outbreaks linked to food and animal contact. As of September 25, these outbreaks, involving Salmonella and E. coli infections tied to sprouts, jalapeño peppers, and pet turtles, have sickened at least 538 people across dozens of states. The largest outbreak is a Salmonella infection linked to jalapeño peppers, accounting for over 430 cases.