A salmonella outbreak that may be linked to cucumbers has sickened at least 68 people across 19 states, according to federal health officials. At least 18 people have required treatment at hospitals,

At least 68 people have fallen ill in the outbreak believed to be linked to cucumbers sold in the United States and Canada, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.

Cucumbers sold throughout the United States and in parts of Canada have been recalled because of possible salmonella contamination.