CDC and FDA Provide Update on Peanut Butter Recall (5/26/22)

CDC and FDA provided an update to the JIF peanut butter recall due to Salmonella related cases. There are now 16 reported illnesses with 2 hospitalizations in 12 different states. The recall was initially announced on May 21 with 14 reported cases. From the CDC, "Since the last update on May 21, 2022, two more illnesses have been reported. As of May 25, 2022, a total of 16 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella Senftenberg have been reported from 12 states (see map). Illnesses started on dates ranging from February 19, 2022, through May 2, 2022 (see timeline)."

Multiple companies have issued recalls after using the recalled peanut butter as part of their product.


Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Peanut Butter | CDC
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Peanut Butter
Posted May 26, 2022

Fast Facts
Illnesses: 16
Hospitalizations: 2
Deaths: 0
States: 12
Recall: Yes
Investigation status: Active