(news nation) — Food and Drug Administration Escalation recent recalls Costco has raised the number of eggs sold at Costco to the highest alert level due to the possibility of salmonella infection.
In November,Costco recalls approximately 260,000 eggsIt is sold in 25 stores nationwide as the Kirkland Signature Brand. of egg According to the company, it will be available in stores in Alabama, North Carolina, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee starting November 22nd.
There were no immediately reported illnesses. Handsome Brook Farms said the carton contained eggs “not intended for retail distribution.”
Shoppers should check to see if the Julian code 327 is printed on the side of the egg carton and if the best before date is January 5, 2025. If your eggs are included in the recall, throw them away or take them back to the store. for a refund.
What are the symptoms of salmonella?
According to the CDC, most people infected with Salmonella experience fever, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, with symptoms beginning six hours to six days after swallowing the bacteria.
“Infection usually occurs by eating contaminated food (dairy products, eggs, meat, raw produce, etc.); by drinking contaminated water; or by contact with people suffering from diarrheal diseases. ,” the CDC said in the report.2024 Yellow Book.
Most people recover in four to seven days without treatment, but the CDC encourages consumers to call their health care provider if they develop symptoms. Severe salmonella symptoms.
Severe symptoms include diarrhea and fever of 102 degrees or higher, diarrhea that does not improve for more than three days, and diarrhea that is bloody. Other serious symptoms include prolonged vomiting and signs of dehydration such as infrequent urination, dry mouth and throat, and lightheadedness.
Some people may be hospitalized if they have a weakened immune system, children under 5, or adults over 65.
Author of Associated Press and Nexstar trevor myers contributed to this report.
