The Salmonella outbreak tied to pistachio products in Canada continues to grow.
Public health officials are now confirming 105 illnesses across six provinces.
Yikes.
The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) updated its notice this week, saying people became sick between March and early September 2025.
Of the confirmed cases, 16 individuals have been hospitalized, though no deaths have been reported.
The majority of those affected are female, with ages ranging from 2 to 95.
Quebec remains the hardest-hit province with 66 confirmed cases, followed by Ontario with 27.
British Columbia has reported six illnesses, Alberta four, Manitoba one, and New Brunswick one.
The outbreak has been traced to pistachios and pistachio-containing products, including Dubai-style chocolate and pastries.
Laboratory testing confirmed that several Salmonella strains found in sick individuals were also present in recalled pistachios and recalled chocolate products.
Officials warn that more illnesses may still be reported due to the delay between infection, diagnosis, and official confirmation.
Various brands of pistachios and products containing pistachios have been recalled, and Canadians are being advised not to eat, sell, or serve these items.
A full list of recalled products is available on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s website.
Salmonellosis can cause fever, diarrhea, chills, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and sudden headaches within 6 to 72 hours after exposure.
While most people recover within a week, some require hospitalization, especially young children, older adults, people who are pregnant, and those with weakened immune systems.
Health officials also caution that individuals infected with Salmonella can continue to spread the bacteria to others for days or even weeks, even if they don’t show symptoms.
Anyone diagnosed with Salmonella should avoid preparing food for others.
Researchers also note that the actual number of people sick is likely much higher than reported.
For every confirmed case, it is estimated there could be more than two dozen unreported ones.
With the investigation still active, Canadians are urged to check their cupboards for recalled pistachios and pistachio-based snacks and to discard or return them immediately.