Salmonella Outbreak from Cantaloupe Declared Over by CDC After 6 Deaths and 400 Illnesses

BALTIMORE – The Centers for Disease Control declared an end to the cantaloupe salmonella outbreak that affected over 400 people across 44 states and Canada, resulting in 158 hospitalizations and six deaths. The tainted cantaloupe, sold under the Malchita and Rudy brand names, was distributed at various retailers in the United States and Canada between September and December 2023. In Canada, more than 160 cases were reported, with 61 hospitalizations and seven deaths linked to …

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Salmonella Outbreak from Cantaloupe Ends, Causing Over 400 Illnesses and 13 Deaths Across US and Canada

DES MOINES, Iowa – The recent salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupe has finally come to an end. The Centers for Disease Control made the announcement last Friday, bringing relief to many across the country. More than 400 people in 44 states fell ill from the tainted cantaloupe, with 158 people requiring hospitalization and tragically, six deaths. The outbreak also affected our neighbors in Canada, with over 160 reported cases, 61 hospitalizations, and seven deaths. The …

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Cantaloupe Salmonella Outbreak Declared Over by CDC, Causing 6 Deaths and 400 Illnesses

Atlanta, GA – The recent salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupe has finally come to an end, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The outbreak affected more than 400 people in 44 states, resulting in 158 hospitalizations and six fatalities. In addition to the United States, the tainted cantaloupe was also distributed in Canada, where it caused over 160 cases, including 61 hospitalizations and seven deaths. The affected cantaloupes, sold under the Malchita …

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