A deadly outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to contaminated whole and pre-cut cantaloupe continues to grow. U.S. health officials have confirmed at least eight deaths and hundreds of illnesses (Dec. 18) (AP Video: Christine Nguyen/Mary Conlon)

Here’s what you need to know about the deadly salmonella outbreak tied to cantaloupe

A deadly outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to contaminated whole and pre-cut cantaloupe continues to grow. U.S. health officials have confirmed at least eight deaths and hundreds of illnesses (Dec. 18) (AP Video: Christine Nguyen/Mary Conlon)