Browsing: Cyclospora

Mexico has denied responsibility in the nationwide outbreak of a parasitic infection linked to lettuce that has sickened thousands across 41 U.S. states

Cyclosporiasis cases in Maryland have increased to 110 since May 1, state health officials said

Bill Hemmer reports on the FDA’s continued investigation into the widespread cyclospora outbreak impacting 34 states and over 6,000 cases. Acting FDA Commissioner Kyle Diamantas confirms Taylor Farms lettuce from Central Mexico as the likelythe epidemiological and traceback data guiding their probe and provides essential safety tips for consumers to prevent further infections

The U.S. Food and Drug ⁠Administration (FDA) said on Sunday that after reviewing the results of a test for the cyclospora parasite on lettuce from Mexico — which it previously said was the cause of an outbreak of diarrhea-causing cyclosporiasis in five states — the findings were deemed to be a false positive

The FDA and CDC are investigating Taco Bell’s lettuce supplier as consumers in four states are urged to avoid shredded lettuce

Taylor Farms does not specify where products were served or sold, as US braces for weeks more of outbreak

United States health officials are investigating a growing cyclospora outbreak after infections surged across the country this year

As families look to ensure their produce is safe to consume amid rising cases of cyclosporiasis in South Florida, health experts emphasize the importance of proper cleaning and preparation techniques

In recent weeks, headlines about an “explosive diarrhea” parasite have been seemingly everywhere, causing widespread concern. Cyclosporiasis typically spreads through contaminated food, and it’s been sickening thousands across the United States

Unfortunately, every summer we experience Cyclospora outbreaks almost as routinely as hurricane season. That’s unfortunate because, at some point, we need to stop viewing these outbreaks as expected, unavoidable seasonal events and start treating them as preventable incidents.