A multistate Salmonella outbreak has sickened at least ninety-eight people across seventeen states. Midwest Poultry Services has recalled over 1.5 million dozen shell eggs due to possible contamination. Federal health officials are investigating the Salmonella Enteritidis infections linked to these eggs. Consumers are advised to discard affected eggs and clean all surfaces thoroughly. Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps.

Cases have been reported across 17 states, with at least two dozen hospitalizations.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration said they are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to jalapeno peppers from Mexico…