CDC declares Cyclospora outbreak over
Summary
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that the Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce is over. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is still investigating the cause.Key Facts
- The Cyclospora outbreak caused thousands of illnesses across the U.S. during the summer.
- The CDC said the outbreak has ended because recent infections have dropped a lot.
- The contaminated lettuce connected to the outbreak is no longer sold in stores or restaurants.
- The FDA’s investigation into the outbreak source is still ongoing.
- The outbreak happened while other food safety investigations were also underway.
- The CDC gave this update on a Friday.
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