If you are familiar with cooking and baking practices, it is always advised to not eat uncooked cookie dough or other products containing uncooked flour due to the possibility of becoming ill.
The CDC, public health and regulatory officials are now investigating a Salmonella Infantis outbreak in several states linked to raw flour. 12 individuals from 11 states have been infected, with three of the individuals being hospitalized. There are currently no deaths reported.
Those who became ill reported eating raw dough or batter made with flour before getting sick. There are currently no specific brands identified so here are a few tips from the CDC:
- Do not eat raw dough or flour.
- Buy heat-treated flour for homemade play-dough.
- Wash bowls and utensils that touch raw flour with warm water and soap.
- Wash hands after handling.
For more information, visit: cdc.gov.
Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell
