FDA reports new outbreak of explosive diarrhea with 72 cases identified
Summary
The FDA announced a new outbreak of Cyclospora, a parasite that causes severe watery diarrhea, with 72 cases reported so far. This is the sixth Cyclospora outbreak investigation in the US this year, adding to over 11,500 cases reported nationwide by health authorities.Key Facts
- Cyclospora is a parasite that causes severe, explosive diarrhea.
- The FDA is currently investigating 72 new cases in the latest Cyclospora outbreak.
- This is the sixth Cyclospora outbreak investigation by the FDA in 2024.
- The CDC has reported more than 11,500 cases of Cyclospora from 41 states this year.
- There have been 308 hospitalizations nationwide but no deaths reported.
- One recent outbreak was linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico distributed by Taylor Farms.
- The contaminated lettuce was sold in 27 states and served at Taco Bell and other outlets.
- The FDA is still investigating whether the new outbreak is related to the lettuce or a different source.
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