Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Pistachio Products Leads to 11 Hospitalizations, 79 Reported Illnesses

Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Pistachio Products Leads to 11 Hospitalizations, 79 Reported Illnesses
Pistachio nuts are displayed at a grocery store in Mississauga, Ont., on Dec. 16, 2024. The Canadian Press/Chris Young
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A salmonella outbreak connected to various brands of pistachios and pistachio-containing products has led to 11 hospitalizations and 79 illnesses reported across Canada.

Various recall notices for pistachio products have been issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency over the past couple months due to possible salmonella contamination. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) says it is carrying out an ongoing investigation into the outbreak.