An outbreak of salmonella is affecting nearly two dozen states, according to federal health officials. A total of 212 people have been infected with a strain of Salmonella Newport in 23 states. A map of the states affected by the salmonella outbreak can be found here. Symptoms of salmonella infection typically begin six hours to six days after being infected and may last up to a week. Symptoms include:Nausea, vomitingDiarrhea (that can be bloody)FeverHeadacheStomach crampsCDC: SALMONELLA OUTBREAK REPORTED ACROSS 15 STATES, SOURCE UNIDENTIFIEDIn rare cases, salmonella infections can be fatal.
Source: Fox News July 27, 2020 14:15 UTC