More People Sickened By Eggs Recalled In Florida: CDC

The Centers for Disease Control has released new information about an egg recall across Florida and other states. In recent weeks, a dozen more salmonella cases linked to a massive egg recall have been reported, the CDC said in an update Thursday. The April 13 recall involved 200 million eggs, including some distributed to Florida stores.

CDC officials say the growing outbreak has sent 11 of the 35 people to the hospital. The cases have been reported in nine states: Florida, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Colorado, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia.

Two people in Florida have fallen ill from salmonella due to the contaminated eggs, the CDC said.

The eggs were produced by Rose Acre Farms in Indiana and were sold under several brands, including Crystal Farms, Great Value, and Country Daybreak. They have been sold in several stores, including Walmart.

Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Those infected with salmonella can experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. The FDA warns that salmonella can sometimes enter the bloodstream and cause more serious illnesses.

The affected eggs, from plant number P-1065 with the Julian date range of 011 through date of 102 printed on either the side portion or the principal side of the carton or package. Click here to see the list of eggs affected by the recall.

The FDA says anyone who may have bought the affected eggs can return them for a refund. For more information, contact the company at (855) 215-5730 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

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