Number of States Affected by Romaine Lettuce Outbreak Eclipses 2006 Spinach Outbreak Record
On May 9, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shared its latest update on the romaine lettuce outbreak, adding additional victims and states to the existing list.
To date, the case count has risen to 149 sick individuals in 29 states. Sixty-four people have been hospitalized and one person in California has died. No recalls have been issued in direct connection to the Escherichia coli O157:H7 outbreak.