Yet another cyclosporiasis outbreak appears as cases linked to recalled lettuce grow
Summary
Health officials are investigating a new outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness, linked to lettuce that has been recalled. This is the fifth outbreak related to cyclospora that the FDA has looked into since early July.Key Facts
- Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a parasite called Cyclospora.
- The current outbreak is connected to lettuce that has been recalled.
- The FDA has already investigated four cyclospora outbreaks since early July.
- Cyclosporiasis usually spreads through contaminated food or water.
- Symptoms can include diarrhea, stomach cramps, and nausea.
- The recall means the lettuce is being removed from stores to prevent more people from getting sick.
- The FDA is working to find the source of contamination and keep people safe.
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