More than 1,500 dozen eggs are being withdrawn from the market due to the risk of contamination by salmonella. The product was distributed by the company Veg Farms to restaurants and farmers markets in the areas of Sacramento and Davis, California.
The company announced on December 5 the voluntary retirement of more than 1,500 dozen eggs (12-count cartons and 30-count trays), according to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), quoted by local media KCRA3.
Los eggs removed They come in packaging that shows the expiration date of the product. December 22 or earlieror the Julian date of 328 or earlier. In addition, they carry the manipulation code 2136.
Regarding the possible focus of the pollutionVeg Farms indicates that it occurred in the processing equipment of the company, not in the flock of chickens.
Recommendation for consumers
The main recommendation of the authorities and the company is check the dates and the manipulation code of the eggs recently purchased in the mentioned areas.
If the information matches, you must immediately discard any affected egg products that is at home to prevent foodborne illnesses.
Tips for handling eggs at home to prevent Salmonella
1.- At the time of purchase verify the expiration date; avoid buying eggs with broken or cracked shells and when you get home, store them immediately in the refrigerator (4°C or less), never at the door
2. Wash your hands before and after from touching raw eggs. Take the foresight to cook until yolk and white are firm to eliminate bacteria.
For a recipe with raw or undercooked eggs, use pasteurized eggs.
3. Wash ukitchen utensils y all surfaces that have touched the raw egg.
What is infection salmonella?
The salmonella It is a bacteria that can cause the disease known as salmonellosis. This infection It occurs when bacteria reaches the intestines, damaging the lining, causing difficulties in water absorption. This causes diarrhea y colic.
The salmonellosis also presents symptoms such as stomach cramps, fevernausea, vomiting and headache. In healthy people, cases resolve within a few days. However, the FDA alert that it could be serious and life-threatening in vulnerable groupssuch as babies, older adults and people with weakened immune systems.
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