Wisconsin, Minnesota among states where cantaloupes are being recalled, after salmonella infections double in a week

U.S. health officials recalled three more brands of whole and pre-cut cantaloupes Friday as the number of people sickened by salmonella more than doubled this week.

Nearly 100 people in 32 states have gotten sick from the contaminated fruits. Arizona, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Ohio have the highest number of cases. Two people have died of the infections in Minnesota, and 45 people are hospitalized nationwide.

U.S. FDA’s recall list includes:

• Malichita brand whole cantaloupe
• Vinyard brand pre-cut cantaloupe
• ALDI whole cantaloupe and pre-cut fruit products
• Rudy brand whole cantaloupes
• Freshness Guaranteed brand
• RaceTrac brand pre-cut cantaloupes

Health officials say anyone who bought the recalled fruits should throw them away and wash surfaces that touched them with hot, soapy water or in a dishwasher.

Most people infected with salmonella develop diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps within six hour to six days after consuming food contaminated with the bacteria. Illnesses typically last four to seven days. Vulnerable people, including children, people older than 65 and those with weakened immune systems may develop severe illnesses that require medical care or hospitalization.