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Salmonella Outbreak: Infinite Herbs Organic Basil Suspected

[CREDIT: RIDOH] A multistate outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections has been linked to Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil.

[CREDIT: RIDOH] A multistate outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections has been linked to Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil.
[CREDIT: RIDOH] A multistate outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium infections has been linked to Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil.
PROVIDENCE, RI — The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) warns an ongoing investigation has linked a multi-state Salmonella outbreak to Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil.

The products linked to  Salmonella Typhimurium infections were packed in 2.5-oz clamshell packaging and sold at Trader Joe’s stores in several states, including Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut (see attached photo).

A total of 12 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported from seven states. Seven of eight cases with information available reported exposure to fresh organic basil purchased from Trader Joe’s before becoming ill.

In response to the investigation, Trader Joe’s has voluntarily removed all Infinite Herbs-brand organic basil packed in 2.5-oz clamshell packaging from their stores and this product should no longer be available for sale.

The investigation is ongoing to determine the source of contamination and whether additional products are linked to illnesses.

Rob Borkowski
Author: Rob Borkowski

Rob has worked as reporter and editor for several publications, including The Kent County Daily Times and Coventry Courier, before working for Gatehouse in MA then moving home with Patch Media. Now he's publisher and editor of WarwickPost.com. Contact him at [email protected] with tips, press releases, advertising inquiries, and concerns.

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