Major U.S. grocery retailers including H-E-B, Kroger, and Whole Foods have initiated product recalls following a multistate salmonella outbreak linked to contaminated jalapenos. Health authorities are investigating the source of the outbreak as affected prepared foods and dip products are being removed from shelves. Consumers are advised to check their purchases and report any illnesses to local health departments. This recall highlights ongoing food safety concerns in the produce supply chain.

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