The FDA is continuing to investigate an outbreak of Salmonella Newport infections that has sickened at least 68 people.

The outbreak was first reported by the Food and Drug Administration on Feb. 25. At that time the agency reported 38 confirmed patients. The source of the outbreak is not yet known.

The FDA has begun traceback efforts and sample testing, but is not reporting what food it is tracing or what is being tested. The agency is also not reporting the ages of the sick people or where they live.

n other outbreak news, the FDA has an active investigation of an outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium and Salmonella Newport infections linked to recalled dietary supplements containing moringa leaf powder.

There are 97 people from 32 states infected. Of 67 people interviewed, 59 reported eating a product containing moringa leaf powder. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has declared the outbreak over, but the FDA’s investigation is still listed as active.

Two brands of products containing moringa leaf powder have been recalled. They are Why Not Natural Pure Organic Moringa Green Superfood capsules, lot # A25G051 and expiration date 07/2028, and Live it Up-brand Super Greens dietary supplement powder, original or wild berry flavor, with expiration dates from 08/2026 to 01/2028. 

The FDA has another investigation into a separate outbreak of Salmonella Newport and Salmonella Kentucky infections traced to another brand of moorings powder listed as active, but the CDC has declared the outbreak over. 

The outbreak involved Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules distributed by Ambrosia Brands LLC.

In response to this investigation, Ambrosia Brands LLC recalled certain lots of Rosabella brand moringa powder capsules. Recalled product was available for sale nationwide and internationally. The product that tested positive for Salmonella was included in the recall.

Courtesy: Foodsafetynews.com