A recent salmonella outbreak has left 62 people infected across 11 states. So far, 11 people have been hospitalized, according to a new report from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. There have been no reported deaths due to this outbreak.
The strain of salmonella responsible for this outbreak is known as Salmonella Paratyphi B variant L(+) tartrate(+). Findings show that raw frozen tuna is most likely the culprit. Most of those infected reported eating sushi the week before becoming sick, the CDC reported.
There has since been an increase in the monitoring and testing of tuna, according to the FDA. An investigation has been launched to find the source of this salmonella outbreak.
After two Minnesota residents were infected with this strand of salmonella, officials were able to link these outbreaks to a brand of spicy tuna rolls sold at a local grocery store and cafeteria, according to the Minnesota Department of Health.
It was discovered that these tuna products were distributed by Osamu Corporation in Gardena, Ca. and came from Indonesia.
After discussions with both the FDA and the CDC, the Osuma Corporation voluntarily recalled their tuna products, the FDA reported.
There were two recalls. The first was of all frozen tuna, and the second was of yellowfin tuna chunk meat. The frozen tuna was sold between May 9, 2014 and July 9, 2015. The yellowfin tuna chunk meat was distributed from May 20, 2015 to May 26, 2015, according to the CDC report.
If you've eaten raw or undercooked tuna and have experienced symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, or abdominal cramping, the FDA recommends you consult a health care provider as soon as possible.
