Baltimore, MD – Dec. 6, 2023  – A nationwide cantaloupe recall has expanded to include Maryland due to a salmonella outbreak, with at least 117 people affected, two fatalities, and dozens hospitalized in over 30 states, according to Pikesville Patch. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported the updated numbers, indicating that the outbreak may extend beyond known states with illnesses, and the actual number of cases is likely higher. The recall has also extended to cantaloupe products in the Northeast, West, Midwest, Great Plains, and the South. Various companies have issued recalls for cantaloupe-related products sold in different regions, and consumers are urged to check for affected products and take necessary precautions.

These companies have issued recalls for cantaloupe-related products:

1. TGD Cuts
2. TruFresh
3. Pacific Trellis Fruit
4. Malichita
5. Bix Produce
6. Cut Fruit Express
7. GHGA (Greenhouse Grocery of Alabama)

Please note that these recalls may involve various cantaloupe products sold in different regions, so it’s essential to check for specific product details and follow the recommendations provided by the companies and health authorities.