Updates ·
Health notices · Thursday 13 August
3 notices from the agencies today, in plain words, each with the original linked.
Whole Foods recalls select jalapeño salsas and prepared foods over possible Salmonella
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) · Food safety
If you bought select Whole Foods Market products from Produce and Prepared Foods that contain jalapeños sourced from Coast Citrus Distributors, a recall has been announced.
The products may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism that can cause serious, sometimes fatal infections.
The recall was announced in Austin, Texas, on 2026-08-12. The notice excerpt provided does not list specific next steps you should take.
Baxter IV administration sets may contain air bubbles
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-SAFETY
If you receive medicines through an IV (into a vein) using certain Baxter administration sets, there may be air bubbles in the drip chamber and tubing.
Air could be delivered through the IV line, which may be harmful.
Ask your healthcare team if your IV setup uses the affected Baxter administration sets and whether any change is needed.
CDC updated guidance on diagnosing Campylobacter infection
CDC · Guidance
The CDC says Campylobacter infection (campylobacteriosis) is diagnosed with a laboratory test. Results can help your healthcare provider decide on next steps, even though many people recover without antibiotics.
The CDC describes two types: a rapid diagnostic test and a culture test. Rapid tests detect the bacteria’s genetic material, while culture tests grow the bacteria and give more detailed information.
Why get tested: some Campylobacter infections can be serious, especially for people 65 and older, pregnant people, and people with weakened immune systems.