New Delhi, Aug. 6 -- Salmonella infections linked to jalapeño peppers have now been reported across 27 US states, the CDC said in an update on Wednesday, August 5. As of August 4, 345 cases of the infection were detected, while no deaths due to the disease have been reported so far, the latest data revealed.

A Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has also spread across 17 US states, while a multi-state Cyclospora outbreak led to the recall of iceberg lettuce.

As the CDC and public health officials in several states investigate these outbreaks, here's everything you need to know about their source and the actions taken so far.

Salmonella infections linked to jalapeño peppers (Salmonella Javiana) started emerging between June 19,...