Alfalfa Sprout Outbreak Hits Midwest | Milwaukee News

A major food safety scare is unfolding across Wisconsin and Minnesota, with 17 people sickened — one hospitalized — from E. coli and salmonella linked to alfalfa sprouts from Everything Sprouts and Calco brands. Health officials are urging immediate avoidance of these products as part of a growing outbreak now tied to 23 cases in Minnesota. Symptoms include stomach cramps, diarrhea, and fever, appearing within hours to days. This comes amid a troubling summer of foodborne illness outbreaks, including recent recalls tied to lettuce and jalapeño peppers. Stay alert, check your pantry, and protect your gut. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/23283b5dfbb5cf10