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Tuesday, October 27, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
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Raw oysters from a Virginia harvester linked to Salmonella in 12 states

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The CDC counts 27 illnesses and five hospitalizations tied to raw oysters from the Little Wicomico Oyster Company, and says the true number is likely higher. No deaths have been reported. Don't eat recalled oysters, and remember that cooking oysters thoroughly kills the germs that raw ones can carry.

Source: CDC

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