> Health Officials Probe Salmonella Cases Tied to Jalapeño Peppers Served at Chipotle in Minnesota

Minnesota public health authorities said they are investigating an outbreak of salmonella associated with jalapeños served at Mexican-style quick-service restaurants, with Chipotle a focus.

The Minnesota Department of Health said it has identified 110 salmonella javiana cases in the state tied to the outbreak. Among the 84 people who were interviewed after coming down with symptoms, 89% reported eating at Chipotle from mid-June to last month, said Carlota Medus, senior epidemiologist supervisor in the department’s foodborne diseases unit.

Those who didn’t report eating at Chipotle ate at other Mexican-style restaurants, she said.

Chipotle has cooperated in the investigation, including providing records, removing suspected jalapeños from its restaurants and taking steps to prevent further transmission, Medus said. The state said it has no ongoing concerns with Chipotle, but contaminated food could have been served elsewhere.

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