The FDA is tracking down the source of a new Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak that includes at least 47 people. Earlier this week, the agency announced the end of a Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak linked to Infinite Herbs fresh basil sold at Trader Joe’s stores. That outbreak sickened 36 people in 14 states.
Do You Need a Salmonella Lawyer?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not yet determined the food source of this outbreak. Typhimurium is a common Salmonella strain. Previous outbreaks linked to this strain were caused by:
- Basil
- Alfalfa sprouts
- Italian-style meats
- Prepackages salads
- Dried coconut
- Nut butters
- Frozen tuna
- Ground beef
- Cantaloupe
Symptoms of a Salmonella Infection
Symptoms of a Salmonella infection usually develop with six to 72 hours of exposure. They include nausea, fever, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea that is sometimes bloody.
Experienced Salmonella Lawyers
If you or a family member has been sickened by food contaminated with Salmonella and you would like a free consultation with a Salmonella lawyer, please contact the Pritzker Hageman Salmonella Legal Team. Our attorneys have represented clients in every major Salmonella outbreak in the U.S. You can reach us by calling 1-888-377-8900, sending a text to 612-261-0856, or completing the form below. There is no obligation and we don’t get paid unless we win.