Caroline Kee is a health reporter at TODAY based in New York City.
A multi-state outbreak of salmonella linked to fresh basil sold at Trader Joe's has sickened at least 12 people so far. The recalled product, Infinite Herbs brand organic basil packed in 2.5-ounce plastic containers, has been pulled from shelves in stores. The grocer announced the recall on April 17 on its website, stating that Infinite Herbs organic basil may have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella.
In a food safety alert issued April 17, the CDC reported that the outbreak had sickened at least 12 people in seven states, including one hospitalization. Zero deaths have been reported so far. “Seven of eight cases with information available reported exposure to fresh organic basil purchased from Trader Joe’s before becoming ill,” the FDA said on its website. States affected by Trader Joe's salmonella recall The recalled fresh basil was sold between Feb.
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