A multistate Salmonella Javiana outbreak has sickened 345 people across 27 states. Health authorities linked these illnesses to fresh jalapeno peppers imported from Mexico. Reported illnesses began between June 19 and July 20, with 36 hospitalizations. Investigators traced the contaminated peppers to Sinaloa, Mexico, prompting recalls. Consumers are advised to discard potentially affected jalapeno peppers and seek medical care if symptomatic.

There are currently two major food outbreaks in the U.S. cyclosporiasis cases tied to iceberg lettuce an salmonella cases tied to jalapeños. Here's what to know.

Salmonella bacteria cause about 1.35 million infections in the United States every year, and outbreaks have been tied to sources such as cucumbers, eggs, unpasteurized milk, fresh…