June 25,2025
RED FM News Desk
Seventy-two people have become ill after consuming salami that was recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
On Wednesday, the Public Health Agency of Canada issued an updated notice about a salmonella outbreak linked to Rea brand Genoa Salami Sweet, Rea brand Genoa Salami Hot, and Bona brand Mild Genoa Salami. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency recalled these products in Ontario, Alberta, and Manitoba on June 10. Of those infected, 57 cases were reported in Alberta, 14 in Ontario, and one in Manitoba. Since the recall, seven people have been hospitalized.
The federal health agency stated that most illnesses occurred between mid-April and mid-June after people ate salami either in prepared sandwiches or purchased from deli counters. They advise consumers to check for the following product codes: 5035 226, 5049 226, 5020 228, 5035 228, and 5035 226.
Salmonella is a foodborne bacterial infection that can spread several days or weeks after exposure, even if the person does not show symptoms. Infection can cause severe and potentially life-threatening illnesses, especially in children, pregnant individuals, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals may experience short-term symptoms such as fever, headache, vomiting, nausea, stomach cramps, and diarrhea.
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