Multistate Salmonella Infections Climb to 431, CDC Says
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Multistate Salmonella Infections Climb to 431, CDC Says

Aug 21st, 2026 • 5 minView Source

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said a salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeno peppers has infected 431 people across 32 states, up from 345 cases in 27 states reported earlier this month. U.S. health authorities are currently investigating …

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