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How lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak can get to your table

How lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak can get to your table

The United States imports a relatively small percentage of its lettuce. See how that lettuce can travel from a field in Mexico to your dinner table.
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Candida Auris Fungus Spreads Across 23 States, Posing Treatment Challenges

Candida Auris Fungus Spreads Across 23 States, Posing Treatment Challenges

The deadly fungus Candida auris is spreading rapidly across the United States, with 3,130 confirmed cases as of mid-July 2026. This fungus is particularly concerning due to its resistance to major antifungal drugs, including azoles and amphotericin B. The fungus primarily affects severely ill patients in healthcare settings, spreading easily and causing life-threatening illnesses. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has highlighted the challenges in treating C. auris, as it often affects patients using invasive medical equipment.
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Michigan reports first two deaths connected with cyclosporiasis outbreak

Michigan reports first two deaths connected with cyclosporiasis outbreak

Michigan reported two deaths connected with the 2026 cyclosporiasis outbreak. Officials say the individuals had underlying medical conditions.
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A single US measles outbreak can cost millions of dollars, study estimates

A single US measles outbreak can cost millions of dollars, study estimates

By Nancy Lapid Aug 3 (Reuters) - The overall cost of containing a 2025 measles outbreak in New Mexico was nearly $5.4 million, a new study estimates.
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Michigan Reports Two Deaths in Cyclospora Outbreak Amid Record Cases

Michigan Reports Two Deaths in Cyclospora Outbreak Amid Record Cases

Michigan has reported two deaths linked to the cyclosporiasis outbreak, marking the first fatalities in the U.S. from this illness. The outbreak, traced to contaminated lettuce from Taylor Farms in Mexico, has resulted in over 11,200 cases in Michigan. The illness, caused by the Cyclospora parasite, leads to symptoms such as watery diarrhea and abdominal pain. The deceased individuals had significant underlying health conditions that may have been worsened by the infection. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recorded over 18,000 cases across 45 states.
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CDC expands largest known cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states, Washington Post reports

CDC expands largest known cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states, Washington Post reports

Aug 4 (Reuters) - The U.S. CDC is adding six more states to the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce, widening the number of affected states to 15, the Washington Post reported on Tuesday, citing three individuals familiar with the investigation.
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Michigan Reports First U.S. Deaths from Cyclospora Outbreak

Michigan Reports First U.S. Deaths from Cyclospora Outbreak

Michigan health officials have confirmed the first two U.S. deaths related to a cyclospora outbreak. The victims had underlying health conditions that may have been exacerbated by the intestinal illness caused by the parasite. Cyclospora, a microscopic parasite, typically causes watery diarrhea and is spread through feces. The outbreak has been linked to contaminated produce, with federal health officials identifying lettuce from Mexico as a source. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported over 18,000 confirmed or suspected cases nationwide, with the outbreak affecting multiple states.
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Cases of cyclospora rise in NC as 2 related deaths reported in Michigan

Cases of cyclospora rise in NC as 2 related deaths reported in Michigan

North Carolina continues to see new cases of cyclospriasis as cyclospora outbreak persists and 2 deaths are linked to it in Michigan.
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Eat your veggies even amid cyclospora outbreak, health officials urge

Eat your veggies even amid cyclospora outbreak, health officials urge

The Ohio Department of Health reported over 4,000 cases of the gut-churning illness on July 31.
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First US deaths in cyclosporiasis outbreak recorded in Michigan

First US deaths in cyclosporiasis outbreak recorded in Michigan

By Siddhi Mahatole Aug 3 (Reuters) - Two people have died from cyclosporiasis in Michigan, the state's health department said on Monday, marking the first fatalities in the largest U.S. outbreak of the intestinal illness.
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Michigan reports two deaths in ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak

Michigan reports two deaths in ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak

Aug 3 (Reuters) - Two deaths have been identified as part of a cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting Michigan, the state's health department said on Monday.
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Michigan reports first two deaths connected with cyclosporiasis outbreak

Michigan reports first two deaths connected with cyclosporiasis outbreak

Michigan reported two deaths connected with the 2026 cyclosporiasis outbreak. Officials say the individuals had underlying medical conditions.