Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleSalmonella infections linked to imported eggs have increased in the UK, with 259 cases and one death reported by the UK Health Security Agency. Health officials emphasised that the overall risk to the general public remains low and there is no evidence that UK-produced eggs are affected. Cases across three genetically distinct Salmonella enteritidis clusters have risen since June, with investigation pointing towards imported eggs. Vulnerable groups, including babies, pregnant women, and older people, are advised to eat only thoroughly cooked eggs in restaurants and cafes. The UKHSA is working alongside the Food Standards Agency to investigate the outbreak and identify the exact sources. In fullSalmonella cases linked to imported eggs rise by 25% in a week, new figures showMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
UK salmonella cases rise once again – what we know
Jump to contentAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleSalmonella infections linked to imported eggs have increased in the UK, with 259 cases and one death reported by the UK Health Security Agency. Health officials emphasised that the overall risk to the general public remains low and there is no evidence that UK-produced eggs are affected. Cases across three genetically distinct Salmonella enteritidis clusters have risen since June, with investigation pointing towards imported eggs. Vulnerable groups, including babies, pregnant women, and older people, are advised to eat only thoroughly cooked eggs in restaurants and cafes. The UKHSA is working alongside the Food Standards Agency to investigate the outbreak and identify the exact sources. In fullSalmonella cases linked to imported eggs rise by 25% in a week, new figures showMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
