CDC Issues Alert: Drug-Resistant Salmonella Affects 36 States, 32 Patients Hospitalized

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An updated warning from the CDC highlights a drug-resistant Salmonella outbreak associated with moringa leaf supplements, impacting at least 119 individuals across 36 states, with 32 cases requiring hospitalization. The outbreak has been linked to various supplement brands, such as Live It Up, TNVitamins, Doctor's Pride, MOGO, and Why Not Natural. Federal health officials emphasize that this antibiotic-resistant strain complicates treatment, more so than standard foodborne illnesses, urging consumers to check the FDA's current recall list. Those using moringa supplements are recommended to cease use immediately if their product aligns with the implicated brands.

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00:00The CDC has issued an urgent update on a drug-resistant salmonella outbreak.

00:05The outbreak has now spread across 36 states, sickening at least 119 people.

00:11At least 32 people have been hospitalized as a result of the outbreak.

00:16Health officials have linked the illnesses to moringa supplement brands,

00:20including Live It Up, TN Vitamins, Doctors Pride, Mogo, and Why Not Natural.

00:27Officials say the salmonella strain is antibiotic-resistant,

00:30making treatment more difficult than typical foodborne infections.

00:34If you use moringa supplements, the CDC urges you to check the FDA's active recall list immediately.

00:41If your product is listed, stop using it right away.

00:44Health officials say the outbreak is still expanding.

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