Sixteen people across ten states have been infected with the same strain of Salmonella, according to a recent alert from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The outbreak has led to seven hospitalizations, but no deaths have been reported.
The illnesses are linked to ready-to-eat meals delivered by Metabolic Meals, a home delivery service. In response, Metabolic Meals has removed several meals delivered during the week of July 28, 2025. The company is working with investigators and has contacted customers who purchased affected meals to inform them about the outbreak. More details can be found in the CDC’s food safety alert at https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/homedeliverymeals-09-25/index.html.
According to those affected, they had eaten meals provided by Metabolic Meals prior to becoming ill. Investigators are still working to determine the specific source of contamination.
Consumers are advised not to eat any affected Metabolic Meals products while the investigation continues. Customers should check their refrigerators and freezers for these meals and dispose of them or contact the company directly. Surfaces and items that may have come into contact with the ready-to-eat meals should be washed thoroughly with hot soapy water or cleaned in a dishwasher.
The CDC advises anyone experiencing severe symptoms of Salmonella—including diarrhea with fever over 102°F, persistent diarrhea lasting more than three days without improvement, bloody diarrhea, vomiting that prevents liquid intake, or signs of dehydration—to seek medical attention promptly.
Salmonella infection typically causes diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps within six hours to six days after exposure. Most people recover without treatment within four to seven days; however, some cases can require hospitalization. Young children under five years old, adults over 65 years old, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at higher risk for severe illness.
For questions about cases in specific states, residents are encouraged to contact their state health department.
“Metabolic Meals is collaborating with investigators and has reached out directly to customers who purchased affected meals to inform them of the outbreak.”
If media representatives have further inquiries regarding this outbreak or ongoing investigation efforts by the CDC, they are directed to submit questions through an official request form.
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