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Taylor Farms Recalls Lettuce in 27 States Amid Cyclospora Concerns

Taylor Farms Recalls Lettuce in 27 States Amid Cyclospora Concerns

Taylor Farms has issued a recall for its lettuce products in 27 states, including Pennsylvania and New Jersey, due to concerns over Cyclospora contamination. The recall follows a false positive test for Cyclospora on a lettuce shipment at the U.S.-Mexico border. Despite the false positive, the FDA supports the recall based on epidemiological data linking Taylor Farms' lettuce to a cyclosporiasis outbreak. Thousands have been affected, with cases reported in multiple states. The CDC advises consumers to discard affected lettuce and sanitize surfaces. The outbreak has been linked to lettuce supplied to Taco Bell, though it's unclear if cases in Pennsylvania and New Jersey are directly connected to Taylor Farms.
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Michigan battles massive outbreak as state reels from Trump cuts

Michigan battles massive outbreak as state reels from Trump cuts

By Julie Steenhuysen and Tom Polansek CHICAGO, July 25 (Reuters) - Two weeks before the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued its cyclosporiasis health warning on July 14, Michigan warned of an unusually large outbreak of parasitic disease that was causing explosive diarrhea.
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US FDA widens investigation into cyclosporiasis cases to four more states

US FDA widens investigation into cyclosporiasis cases to four more states

July 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. FDA and the CDC are widening their investigation into a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after identifying cases in four additional states.
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Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states

Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states

Federal health officials have linked four more states to an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
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FDA Investigates Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Mexican Lettuce Affecting Thousands

FDA Investigates Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Mexican Lettuce Affecting Thousands

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating a significant outbreak of Cyclospora cayetanensis, a parasitic infection affecting the digestive system. The outbreak has been traced to chopped iceberg lettuce grown in Mexico and supplied to Taco Bell locations across five U.S. states. As of the latest data, 1,644 people have been infected, with 94 requiring hospitalization. The outbreak is part of a larger wave, with over 6,700 confirmed or suspected cases reported nationwide this year, marking a record high compared to previous years. The parasite is transmitted through food or water contaminated with feces, causing symptoms such as watery diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, fatigue, and weight loss.
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US Measles Cases Surge in 2026, Exceeding Previous Year's Record

US Measles Cases Surge in 2026, Exceeding Previous Year's Record

The United States has recorded 2,318 measles cases in 2026, surpassing the total for 2025, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This marks the highest number of cases since 1991, with significant outbreaks in states like South Carolina, Utah, and Arizona. Health experts attribute the rise to declining vaccination rates, which have fallen below the 95% threshold needed to prevent outbreaks. The CDC warns that vulnerable groups, including young children and individuals with weakened immune systems, are at increased risk. The resurgence of measles, a disease previously eliminated in the U.S., is linked to growing vaccine skepticism, including opposition from members of President Trump's administration.
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Cyclospora cases on the rise in Palm Beach County. How to stay safe

Cyclospora cases on the rise in Palm Beach County. How to stay safe

People can become infected by the Cyclospora parasite by eating contaminated produce or water. It's on the rise in Palm Beach County.
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Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Iceberg Lettuce Expands Across U.S., Affecting Multiple States

Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Iceberg Lettuce Expands Across U.S., Affecting Multiple States

A significant outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection causing gastrointestinal symptoms, has been reported across the United States, with new cases emerging in Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania. The outbreak has been linked to iceberg lettuce sourced from Taylor Farms de Mexico, which was used in Taco Bell locations. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are investigating the outbreak, which has resulted in 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases and over 7,400 cases under review since May 1. Taylor Farms has issued a voluntary recall of all potentially contaminated iceberg lettuce and suspended production in central Mexico. Taco Bell has also removed the affected lettuce from its supply chain. Meanwhile, North Carolina is experiencing a separate cyclospora outbreak linked to parsley and cilantro, which is not connected to the Taco Bell cases.
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2 confirmed Cyclospora cases reported in Sarasota. How to avoid it

2 confirmed Cyclospora cases reported in Sarasota. How to avoid it

Two confirmed cases of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis have been reported in Sarasota County, with two more in neighboring Manatee County.
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Taylor Farms temporarily shuts Mexico processing facility as U.S. cyclosporiasis cases rise, source says

Taylor Farms temporarily shuts Mexico processing facility as U.S. cyclosporiasis cases rise, source says

July 23 (Reuters) - Taylor Farms has temporarily shut down the Central Mexico processing facility that U.S. health officials have linked to an ongoing multi-state cyclosporiasis outbreak, an industry source familiar with the matter said on Thursday.
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Cassidy signals support for Trump US CDC nominee Schwartz

Cassidy signals support for Trump US CDC nominee Schwartz

By Ahmed Aboulenein WASHINGTON, July 23 (Reuters) - U.S. Senate health committee Chairman Bill Cassidy signaled on Thursday he would vote in favor of advancing the nomination of Erica Schwartz, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Sarasota hospital sees rise in explosive diarrhea illness concerns

Sarasota hospital sees rise in explosive diarrhea illness concerns

Sarasota hospital sees rise in cyclospora concerns amid explosive diarrhea outbreak.