Cyclosporiasis outbreak may expand due to latest iceberg lettuce recall
- The FDA announced that recalled iceberg lettuce from a Mexican Taylor Farms facility was distributed to nine additional states and jurisdictions amid a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak.
- At least 10,930 illnesses in 17 states are tied directly to the lettuce recall, while total cases nationwide have surpassed 27,000 across 47 states since May 1.
- Michigan has been hardest hit by the parasite, recording 14,277 cases, 335 hospitalizations, and two deaths, with some cases linked to Taco Bell.
- Cyclosporiasis is caused by a parasite in human waste that contaminates food or water, leading to severe gastrointestinal distress about two weeks after exposure.
- Federal health officials and the Trump administration are working with state agencies to investigate the outbreak and identify exposure sources.
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