The outbreak has sickened 79 people across seven states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At least 21 people have been hospitalized, and no deaths have been reported.

Egg Company recalled about 1.7 million brown organic and brown cage-free egg varieties distributed to grocery stores between February and May because of the potential for salmonella

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a warning after a California-based egg company recalled brown eggs sold in seven states. The August Egg Company has recalled 1.7 million dozen brown eggs and brown certified organic eggs because they could be contaminated with salmonella.