Salmonella prompts cucumber recall in Illinois, 30 other states

(WTVO) – Cucumbers in Illinois and 30 other states are being recalled after hundreds of people have reported illnesses linked to salmonella, according to a report by The Center Square .

The CDC identified that 449 people were ill after eating salmonella-laden cucumbers and 125 people were hospitalized.

No one has died from illnesses linked to the cucumbers.

About cucumbers

Cucumbers are fruits of the Cucurbitaceae, a creeping plant in the gourd family. Their nutritional value is quite low, but their flavor makes them a popular addition to salads and other dishes.

According to Britannica , cucumber plants are, “susceptible to a number of bacterial and fungal diseases, including downy mildew, anthracnose, and Fusarium wilt.” They can become bitter if they’re not watered evenly.

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