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Salmonella outbreak linked to pistachios sickens 52 across Canada

CANADA, AUG 6 – Dozens sickened and nine hospitalized in an outbreak linked to three recalled pistachio brands, with Quebec and Ontario reporting most cases, Public Health Agency of Canada said.

  • On August 5, 2025, federal health officials announced nine hospitalizations and dozens of salmonella cases linked to pistachios and pistachio-containing products.
  • The Public Health Agency of Canada found salmonella in recalled Habibi brand pistachios, prompting warnings for products from Habibi, Al Mokhtar Food Centre, and Dubai brands.
  • The Public Health Agency of Canada reported 52 salmonella cases across Manitoba, Quebec, Ontario, and British Columbia, with three quarters of patients being women and aged 2 to 89 years.
  • Public Health Agency of Canada advises consumers and establishments to stop using recalled pistachios and contact retailers if unsure, amid the outbreak linked to 9 hospitalizations.
  • Amid the ongoing investigation, PHAC warned the outbreak may not be limited to current provinces, and researchers estimate 26 unreported cases for each lab-confirmed illness.
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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
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