The latest food recall is iceberg lettuce. In more than seven states, iceberg lettuce is being pulled from the grocery store shelves amid concerns over a possible salmonella contamination. States that have pulled the affected lettuce include North Carolina, West Virginia, Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, Nevada, Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, and Montana. Both Kroger and Smith's grocery stores are the establishments that are pulling the iceberg lettuce.

Both Kroger and Smith have posted the recall information on their websites (See source below for link).

Representatives are reporting that the salmonella bacteria was found in an adjacent field to where the affected lettuce was grown. Growers Express grew the lettuces and notified retailers of a possible contamination.

The good news is that there has been no evidence of contamination found on the lettuce tested.

If ingested, salmonella can make a person very ill. The bacteria can incubate for a period ranging from just hours to two days. Symptoms can vary, but typical symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, chills, fever, and abdominal pain. Some individuals may experience a headache, muscle aches, and may even see blood in their stools. Symptoms can linger up to seven days, but in some cases, bowels take months to return to normal.

People who are afflicted with salmonella will have to get fluid replacement due to being dehydrated. Some people may need to be hospitalized to obtain fluid through an IV. Anti-diarrhea medications and antibiotics may be prescribed. Medications like imodium can help with the cramping often associated with the condition. Antibiotics may not be prescribed in mild cases of salmonella.