Cyclospora investigation still points to recalled lettuce, FDA says
Summary
The FDA continues to link a Cyclospora outbreak to Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico, despite retracting an earlier positive test result. At least 1,644 people have fallen ill, and the FDA and CDC advise avoiding the recalled lettuce products while investigations continue.Key Facts
- The FDA initially reported a positive Cyclospora test on Taylor Farms lettuce but later said it was a false positive.
- Taylor Farms voluntarily recalled shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico tied to the outbreak.
- At least 1,644 people have become sick, with the actual number possibly higher.
- Cyclospora is a parasite that causes stomach illness and diarrhea.
- The FDA uses multiple methods, including tracking illness patterns and food shipments, to find outbreak sources.
- Taco Bell removed the affected lettuce from its restaurants following the recall.
- The FDA said the false positive does not change the evidence supporting the recall.
- The investigation is still ongoing, and the FDA is looking into other possible sources and related illness clusters.
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