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health7 days ago•7 min saved

US Cyclospora Outbreak Declared Over After Lettuce Recall

The CDC has declared the largest US outbreak of the intestinal parasite cyclospora over, with more than 12,000 cases across 21 states and two deaths (in Michigan). The outbreak was linked to lettuce imported from central Mexico by Taylor Farms, prompting a voluntary recall and the removal of the supplier’s lettuce from menus (including Taco Bell). While deaths are uncommon and cases have significantly declined, investigators continue to probe the outbreak’s source.

via BBC|

#cyclospora #cyclosporiasis #health

health9 days ago•3 min saved

CDC closes record cyclospora outbreak as lettuce-linked cases wane

The CDC says the nation’s largest cyclospora outbreak is over, with infections greatly declining and the Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico no longer sold; more than 12,000 sickened and two deaths have been reported across 21 states, though other outbreaks with unidentified sources remain under FDA investigation.

via Politico|

#cyclospora #food-safety #health

health9 days ago•5 min saved

Ohio Cyclospora Cases Decline as Lettuce-Linked Outbreak Persists

Ohio reported 70 new cyclosporiasis cases this week, a 75% drop from last week, bringing 2026 totals to 6,412 cases in 85 counties. Michigan and Ohio remain the hardest-hit states in a nationwide outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce, with about 19,600 lab-confirmed cases across 49 states and DC through Sept. 8. The largest cluster is tied to recalled Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce from central Mexico, accounting for more than 10,900 cases in 17 states. Health officials urge precautions and proper produce handling to prevent infection, whose symptoms include explosive diarrhea, loss of appetite, and cramps.

via The Columbus Dispatch|

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health23 days ago•24 min saved

Lettuce-linked Cyclospora outbreak widens to three more states, sickening thousands

FDA reports a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico has expanded to Georgia, Tennessee and Texas, bringing total illnesses to 11,458 across 20 states with hospitalizations and two deaths; Michigan remains the hardest-hit state, and the CDC notes symptoms typically begin about a week after infection. The outbreak—one of the largest foodborne events in recent U.S. history—has also ripple effects on produce shopping and supply chains tied to Taco Bell, prompting changes in consumer behavior around fresh greens.

via New York Post|

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health24 days ago•23 min saved

Lettuce-Linked Cyclospora Outbreak Expands to 20 States

An outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis linked to lettuce has expanded to 20 U.S. states, with CDC investigators tracing the supply chain and urging consumers to monitor guidance as officials work to identify the contaminated sources and prevent further illnesses.

via AP News|

#cdc #cyclospora #health

health25 days ago•6 min saved

U.S. Cyclospora Outbreak Expands to 48 States Tied to Lettuce from Mexico

CDC data show 17,180 lab-confirmed Cyclospora infections across 48 states and Washington, D.C. since May 1, with two deaths and 922 hospitalizations; Michigan remains hardest hit, and New Mexico was added to the list of affected states. The largest outbreak, linked to iceberg lettuce grown in central Mexico and recalled by Taylor Farms, accounts for about 10,930 cases across 17 states. The CDC notes a reporting lag of roughly six weeks and says several other clusters are under investigation as state counts continue to rise, though the overall trend is starting to slow.

via USA Today|

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lifestyle27 days ago•19 min saved

Lettuce Reconsidered: Health, Waste, and a Cyclospora Outbreak

A Washington Post food columnist argues that lettuce provides little nutrition, wastes water and land, and contributes to foodborne illness; with Cyclospora outbreaks linked to iceberg lettuce from Mexico, the piece urges readers to rethink lettuce consumption and consider alternative greens.

via The Washington Post|

#cyclospora #environment #food-safety

world29 days ago•14 min saved

Taylor Farms lettuce outbreak widens again, may reach seven more states

FDA updates tie iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms to a cyclospora outbreak that may have reached seven additional states (California, Delaware, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Vermont, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico), bringing total illness reports to over 27,000 across more than 40 states. Michigan has recorded two deaths. Recalled products should no longer be sold, and tracing the outbreak remains challenging for health authorities.

via The Independent|

#cyclospora #food-safety #lettuce

health1 month ago•4 min saved

Cyclospora outbreak nears 16,000 cases, driven by lettuce-linked cluster

CDC reports 15,716 lab-confirmed cyclospora infections across 47 states and DC since May 1, with cases still rising but the weekly increase slowing. Two deaths and 828 hospitalizations have occurred, and about 11,841 suspected cases await confirmation due to a six-week reporting lag. The largest cluster is linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in central Mexico, causing 9,481 cases and 398 hospitalizations across 17 states as of Aug. 13, while multiple other clusters remain under investigation.

via USA Today|

#cyclospora #cyclosporiasis #foodborne-illness

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Cyclospora Outbreak Slows U.S. Salad Sales as Shoppers Hedge Greens

A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce drove a July drop in salad purchases, with Numerator reporting over 26 million U.S. households avoiding salads and more than 6.5 million skipping salad kits; per-household spending on lettuce and salads fell about 10.7% in affected states, and fast-food salad traffic declined around 16%. Recalls followed (Marketside iceberg lettuce, Taylor Farms withdrawals), while FDA says recalled lettuce is off the market; many shoppers plan to return once the outbreak is contained (about 82% intend to resume buying).

via USA Today|

#consumer-behavior #cyclospora #health

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Crashes Lettuce Prices, Sparks Political Scrutiny

A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to pre-packaged lettuce has produced over 24,000 cases across 47 states, driving a record 16% drop in lettuce prices and hurting restaurant traffic tied to Taylor Farms. FDA/CDC data show only small shares of recalled lettuce reached major chains (2.5% to Taco Bell, 3.4% to Subway), complicating narratives about sources. Sen. Elizabeth Warren criticized the White House for its handling and data transparency, highlighting broader concerns about the government’s public health response amid lobbying and political ties surrounding Taylor Farms.

via Futurism|

#cyclosporiasis #health #lettuce

public-health1 month ago•1 min saved

2026 Cyclospora Outbreak Becomes Largest U.S. Foodborne Illness Event Linked to Lettuce

A 2026 multistate Cyclospora outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Fresh Farms has sickened over 9,400 people across 17 states as of Aug. 13, marking the largest Cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history. The piece notes that one of the worst overall foodborne incidents was a 1994 salmonella outbreak linked to ice cream from a Minnesota factory, infecting an estimated 224,000 people. It also notes that about one in six Americans contract a foodborne illness annually, that norovirus is the most common pathogen, and that public health networks like PulseNet (created in 1996) help detect outbreaks, while policymakers push for new food-safety policies.

via WTAE|

#cyclospora #foodborne-illness #lettuce

business1 month ago•3 min saved

Lettuce prices tumble on cyclospora fears as shoppers steer clear

Lettuce prices fell 16.4% in July—the largest month-over-month drop on record—driven by consumer caution amid a multistate cyclospora outbreak, even as the year-over-year price rise remains around 7.5%. The FDA linked the outbreak to iceberg lettuce from a Taylor Farms facility in central Mexico, prompting recalls and weaker sales at several restaurant chains while the broader grocery-price category saw only a small overall increase. Analysts note relief for shoppers, but ongoing safety concerns limit how much demand rebounds in the near term.

via cnbc.com|

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health1 month ago•2 min saved

Lettuce-Linked Cyclospora Outbreak Highlights FDA Inspection Gaps

A cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce from Taylor Farms’ Guanajuato facility has infected about 25,000 people across 15 states and caused two deaths. The FDA last inspected the facility in 2019 (with no inspection since 2013), highlighting long-standing gaps in foreign facility oversight amid budget and staffing constraints. CBS News also notes Taylor Farms’ recent recalls, including E. coli-contaminated onions in 2024.

via KPTV|

#cyclosporiasis #fda-inspections #food-safety

world1 month ago•12 min saved

FDA inspection gap tied to major cyclosporiasis outbreak from Mexican lettuce

CBS News reports that Taylor Farms’ Guanajuato, Mexico facility is tied to the United States’ largest cyclosporiasis outbreak, and it hadn’t been inspected by the FDA in seven years. The last inspection in 2019 found no violations, while a 2013 review flagged concerns over wash-water recycling. The outbreak has caused thousands of U.S. cases and two deaths, underscoring ongoing questions about foreign facility inspections and how the FDA allocates resources beyond on-site visits.

via The Independent|

#farm #food-safety #lettuce