FRANKFORT, Ky. (WKYT) - Kentucky health leaders have confirmed 16 people have tested positive for salmonella linked to pre-cut melons.
The Department for Public Health said the melons range from cantaloupe, watermelon and honeydew. You should discard any pre-cut melons or fruit salads that contain pre-cut melon.
The source of the affected products is Caito Food from Indianapolis.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection include diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps. The symptoms will develop 12-72 hours after exposure and will last 4-7 days.