Salmonella outbreak across Britain linked to Asian takeaways, officials say

TL;DR

A UK salmonella outbreak has been linked to imported eggs used by independent cafés, pan-Asian restaurants, and takeaways.
As of August 25, 474 cases and two deaths have been recorded.
The infections involve three related salmonella strains and are not connected to eggs bought in UK supermarkets.
Vulnerable groups, including babies, young children, and older adults, are urged to be cautious and ensure eggs are thoroughly cooked.
Avoiding raw or lightly cooked eggs, such as soft-poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, and mayonnaise, is advised.
Consumers are recommended to choose eggs with the British Lion mark or from the Laid in Britain scheme, as UK-laid eggs are not implicated.
Genetic analysis points to imported eggs as the shared source for the three identified clusters.
38% of those affected have required hospital admission, with two developing potentially life-threatening bloodstream infections.
Standard food-safety practices, including proper storage, thorough cooking, and handwashing, remain crucial defenses against foodborne illness.

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