More People Sickened By Eggs Recalled In Pennsylvania: CDC

A dozen more salmonella cases linked to a massive egg recall have been reported in recent weeks, the Centers for Disease Control said in an update Thursday. The April 13 recall involved 200 million eggs, including some sold in Pennsylvania stores.

Six people in Pennsylvania 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.
Thirty five illnesses have been reported to date, and eleven people have been hospitalized as a result, the CDC said.

In addition to stores in Pennsylvania, the eggs were distributed in eight other states, including North Carolina, Florida, New Jersey, New York, and more.

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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