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Alfalfa sprouts linked to food poisoning illnesses in Minnesota and Wisconsin

Alfalfa sprouts are under scrutiny after a food poisoning outbreak in Minnesota and Wisconsin

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The brief

The Minnesota Department of Health and Wisconsin Department of Health Services have linked an outbreak of E. coli and salmonella to alfalfa sprouts grown in Minnesota. According to CBS News and the Star Tribune, health officials have traced the outbreak to a specific Minnesota grower. The Wisconsin DHS has confirmed 17 cases in the state.

The outbreak has led to concerns about food safety and the potential impact on consumers and the agricultural industry. The Star Tribune and ABC News have covered the story, focusing on the health risks associated with contaminated sprouts. The source of the contamination has not yet been identified.

The Minnesota Department of Health has not specified whether the outbreak is ongoing or if additional cases are expected. The Wisconsin DHS has not provided details on the severity of the illnesses or the treatment required for those affected.

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Quick answers

What states are affected by the alfalfa sprout outbreak?

Minnesota and Wisconsin

What bacteria have been linked to the outbreak?

E. coli and salmonella

How many cases have been confirmed in Wisconsin?

17

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Topics

Alfalfa sprouts Food poisoning Minnesota Wisconsin E. coli Salmonella

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