Is the cyclosporiasis outbreak slowing? Test-makers are hopeful
Summary
The cyclosporiasis outbreak in the US, caused by a parasite, may be slowing down according to data from a test maker. The outbreak has affected more than 18,000 people, mostly in the Midwest, where it has been linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in Mexico.Key Facts
- The outbreak has over 18,000 suspected and confirmed cases as of late July.
- Nine states in the Midwest have reported infections linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms’ Mexico operations.
- bioMerieux, a company making a test for gastrointestinal illnesses, sees a decline in positive parasite tests since mid-July.
- Increased public awareness has led to more people getting tested, which can affect positivity rates.
- The CDC has confirmed 6,707 cases and is investigating about 11,500 more.
- Cyclosporiasis cases usually rise in summer, but this outbreak’s peak was much higher than previous years.
- The FDA is investigating other related outbreaks without a confirmed source, and the lettuce was sold in 27 states.
- Some cases were found in New Hampshire, linked to the same lettuce, even though the state is not officially part of the outbreak.
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