Diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak possibly tied to iceberg lettuce from Mexico
Summary
Health officials are investigating an outbreak of a parasite that causes diarrhea. They think the parasite may be linked to iceberg lettuce imported from Mexico.Key Facts
- The parasite causes a disease called cyclosporiasis.
- People who ate iceberg lettuce from Mexico have gotten sick.
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is leading the investigation.
- Cyclosporiasis spreads through contaminated food or water.
- The parasite causes symptoms like diarrhea.
- Officials are trying to prevent more people from getting sick.
- No specific brands of lettuce have been named yet.
- The FDA may issue warnings or recalls if needed.
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