Illinois Eggs Linked To Dangerous Salmonella Outbreak — CDC Issues Warning

CHICAGO, Ill. — A multi-state salmonella outbreak tied to cage-free brown eggs has prompted urgent warnings from federal health officials, with dozens sickened — and many of the affected eggs sold widely across Illinois.

According to a new CDC bulletin issued June 6, at least 79 people have fallen ill nationwide, including 21 hospitalizations, due to contamination found in a broad range of shell egg brands. The sell-by dates on the suspect eggs range from March 4, 2025, through June 19, 2025.

While Illinois has reported no hospitalizations so far, the FDA confirms many of the impacted eggs were distributed in the state, raising public health concerns.

Source – 101 The Eagle

Egg Brands Affected By The Recall

The FDA and CDC have identified several major egg brands impacted by the recall, including:

• Clover Organic Large Brown

• First Street Cage Free Large Brown

• Nulaid (Medium, Jumbo Cage Free)

• O Organics (6, 12, and 18-pack options)

• Marketside Organic and Cage Free (12 and 18 eggs)

• Raley’s (Standard and Organic Cage Free)

• Simple Truth (Medium and Large Brown Cage Free)

• Sun Harvest Organic

• Sunnyside Organic and Standard Cage Free

• Loose bulk packs sold in flats (small to jumbo size)

The eggs in question may be packaged in dozen-sized cartons or bulk flats used by restaurants, markets, or co-ops.

FDA recall notice confirms the source as August Egg Company, which voluntarily recalled the affected products.

Symptoms Of Salmonella Infection

The CDC says common salmonella symptoms include:

• Fever

• Diarrhea (which may be bloody)

• Vomiting

• Abdominal cramps

Symptoms typically begin 6 hours to 6 days after consuming contaminated food, and in most cases, last 4–7 days. Infants, elderly adults, and immunocompromised individuals are at highest risk for severe illness or complications.

What To Do If You Have These Eggs At Home

Consumers are advised to:

• Check egg packaging for affected brands and sell-by dates

• Discard or return any suspect cartons

• Thoroughly sanitize surfaces or dishes that may have come into contact with raw eggs

If you believe you’ve consumed the recalled eggs and are experiencing symptoms, contact a healthcare provider.

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