Flavoured noodles linked to over 100 Salmonella infections across Europe

Key facts

• Flavoured instant noodles are linked to a salmonella outbreak in Europe.
• The European outbreak affected 106 people in 14 countries.
• 49 hospitalizations occurred in the European salmonella outbreak.
• Control measures have reduced new infections in the European outbreak.
• The FDA issued a Class 1 recall for Utz potato chip brands.
• Zapp's and Dirty potato chip brands are included in the recall.
• Salmonella contamination in chips is linked to a dry milk powder ingredient.
• Approximately 650,000 bags of potato chips are affected by the recall.

European health authorities have identified flavoured instant noodles as the probable cause of a salmonella outbreak that has affected 106 individuals across 14 European countries. The majority of those infected are children and young adults, with 49 hospitalizations reported. Control measures implemented have substantially decreased the probability of further infections.

In a separate incident, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has elevated a recall for Utz's Zapp's and Dirty potato chip brands to its highest Class 1 designation. This action is due to the potential presence of salmonella contamination, which has been traced back to a dry milk powder ingredient used in the manufacturing process. An estimated 650,000 bags of these potato chips are subject to the recall.