An outbreak of salmonella is being reported across five provinces, including Saskatchewan. 

The Public Health Agency of Canada reported the issue on Friday, and the situation is currently being investigated by the PHAC along with provincial partners, the Canada Food Inspection Agency and Health Canada. 

The PHAC has reported there have been 46 laboratory-confirmed cases of Salmonella Enteritidis illness through the five provinces, with 18 cases in British Columbia, 18 in Alberta, three in Saskatchewan, six in Manitoba and one in Ontario. The illnesses were all reported between late September and mid-October. Three people have been hospitalized, and no deaths have been reported. 

The cause of the illnesses is still under investigation. The CFIA is conducting a food safety investigation into the outbreak. If contaminated food products are identified, they will take the steps needed, including recalling products as required. There are no food recalls associated with this outbreak. 

Salmonella infections, called salmonellosis, usually start six to 72 hours after exposure to the bacteria from an infected animal or food product. Symptoms include fever, chills, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, headache, nausea and vomiting. The symptoms usually last four to seven days and often clear up without the need for antibiotics. In some severe cases, hospitalization may be required.