News Recalls There's an Active Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Eggs—Here's What to Know Check your refrigerator ASAP for these recalled eggs. By Danielle DeAngelis Danielle DeAngelis Danielle DeAngelis is a journalist and Associate News & Trending Editor for EatingWell. Her current beat is focused on food and health news as well as exclusive celebrity features, regularly interviewing the top names of today’s entertainment industry. She previous worked as the 2022-23 fellow and as an assistant editor for the brand. Her passion for reading, writing and eating local all guide her in her position at EatingWell. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 9, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Close Photo: Getty Images In September, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) announced a recall of eggs following a salmonella outbreak linked to the recalled products. The same recall has recently been upgraded to a Class I recall, which the FDA defines as "a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death." The 345,417 dozen eggs impacted were sold by Milo's Poultry Farms and Tony's Fresh Market. All egg products sold by these brands from May 23, 2024, through August 10 are affected, including their cage-free, organic and non-GMO chicken eggs. The recall includes all products with a "Best Buy" date of Oct 12 2024 and sooner. The affected eggs were sold to retailers and restaurants in Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan. However, this recall may expand. There are a reported 65 illnesses linked to this recall, including residents of the above states as well as California, Colorado, Iowa, Utah and Virginia. Out of these 65 illnesses, 24 have resulted in hospitalizations. E. coli Is Everywhere Right Now—What Is It & How Do You Know If You Have It? If you have purchased any Milo's Poultry Farms or Tony's Fresh Market egg cartons in the recall time frame, dispose of them immediately or return them to your place of purchase. Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) can last up to seven days, starting from 12 to 72 hours after exposure. Common symptoms of salmonellosis include stomach cramps, fever and diarrhea. In more severe cases, headaches, body aches, fatigue or blood in the urine or stool can occur. Children younger than 5, people aged 65 or older and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to have serious salmonella infections. If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms after consuming the recalled eggs, contact your health care provider immediately. For more information about this recall, contact your local FDA Complaint Coordinator. EatingWell will be sure to update our readers with any updates linked to this recall, as well as other recalls you should be aware of right now. More Ground Cinnamon Products Recalled Due to Elevated Lead Levels Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit Sources EatingWell uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial process to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable and trustworthy. U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Outbreak investigation of Salmonella: Eggs (Sept 2024). U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Recalls Background and Definitions. U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Salmonella (Salmonellosis). U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Consumer complaint coordinators.