Cyclospora outbreak tied to lettuce now linked to 15 states, CDC says
Summary
Health officials in the U.S. have linked a cyclospora parasite outbreak to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, grown in central Mexico. The outbreak now affects 15 states, with more than 25,000 cases reported nationwide this year, including over 12,000 in Michigan and two deaths.Key Facts
- Cyclospora is a parasite that causes diarrhea and spreads through contaminated food or water.
- The current outbreak involves iceberg lettuce linked to Taylor Farms in central Mexico.
- 15 states are now connected to this outbreak, up from 9 states previously.
- More than 25,000 cases have been reported across the country this year.
- Michigan has reported the highest number of cases, with over 12,000 and two deaths.
- Investigations are slow because symptoms take weeks to appear and it is hard to test for the parasite.
- Public health officials face challenges due to limited staffing and resources.
- The Food and Drug Administration is tracking five different cyclospora outbreaks nationwide; this is the largest outbreak.
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