Health Alert: Nationwide Cucumber Recall Over Potentially Fatal Contamination Linked to Severe Illnesses
Urgent Nationwide Recall: Cucumbers Linked to Salmonella Outbreak, 26 Hospitalized
Florida-based Bedner Growers, Inc. has issued an urgent recall of cucumbers sold in multiple states due to potential salmonella contamination. Here’s what you need to know:
Stock image of cucumbers under recall (not actual product).
Recall Details
- Affected Product: Cucumbers sold at Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market locations in Florida (Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach) between April 29 and May 14, 2025.
- Distribution: Sold to consumers, wholesalers, restaurants, and retailers.
- No Labels: The FDA warns that recalled cucumbers lack specific branding or stickers, so all cucumbers from these locations during the dates above should be discarded.
Outbreak Impact
- 26 Cases Reported across 12 states: Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee.
- 9 Hospitalized: Severe cases required medical care.
- Cruise Ship Link: Some cases traced to Florida-based cruise ships; investigation ongoing.
Why This Matters
Salmonella exposure can cause fever, severe stomach cramps, and diarrhea 6 hours to 6 days after infection. While most recover in days, it leads to 26,000+ hospitalizations and 400 deaths annually in the U.S.
States impacted by the salmonella outbreak.
Connection to 2023 Outbreak
This follows a 2024 outbreak linked to the same grower, where 551 people fell ill due to contaminated irrigation water. The FDA emphasizes the recurring risk of unregulated water sources in agriculture.
What to Do
- Check Your Kitchen: Discard cucumbers purchased from Bedner’s locations during the recall window.
- Symptoms? Contact a healthcare provider if you experience fever, diarrhea, or vomiting after consumption.
Stay updated via the FDA website for recall developments.
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