As of June 10th, the number of confirmed salmonella Hvittingfos cases related to Subway stores in Illinois has risen to 71. The individuals who have become ill range in age from 2 years old to 88, and this infection has spread across 22 counties so far, including Bureau, Cass, Champaign, Christian, Coles, Dewitt, Fulton, Knox, La Salle, Macon, Marshall, Moultrie, Ogle, Peoria, Sangamon, Schuyler, Shelby, Tazewell, Vermilion, Warren, Winnebago, and Will.
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, this type of salmonella only accounts for one to two illnesses each year normally. So far, no identification has been made as to what specific food source is responsible for the outbreak. The Illinois Department of Public health continues to work to identify the source of the illness, and is combining efforts with local health departments, the FDA, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Following the outbreak, Subway restaurants voluntarily removed all green peppers, lettuce, red onions and tomatoes that were in the stores and replaced these items with fresh produce.
Recently, there have been several outbreaks of salmonella traced to eating foods purchased at restaurants. Often, these outbreaks occur due to contamination of foods by food workers or service staff who are ill, and cross-contamination. Additionally, foods such as meat, produce and eggs may be contaminated before they reach the restaurant. Investigators from environmental health agencies and public health departments occasionally cannot determine the source of the salmonella food poisoning, so the cause of an outbreak may remain a mystery.
Common symptoms of salmonella food poisoning include diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Healthy individuals usually experience only mild symptoms that last for a short time, however those at risk may develop serious complications. These individuals include the elderly, young children and those with a weakened immune system.
Anyone who develops symptoms of salmonella food poisoning should seek medical attention. Following your treatment, make sure you contact a Salmonella attorney to assist you with your legal needs to recover damages and medical expenses.
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