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Exclusive-Sysco has stopped buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico amid US cyclosporiasis outbreak, CEO says

Exclusive-Sysco has stopped buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico amid US cyclosporiasis outbreak, CEO says

By Tom Polansek CHICAGO, Aug 4 (Reuters) - Sysco, the biggest U.S. food distributor, has stopped buying iceberg lettuce from Mexico due to the U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak, CEO Kevin Hourican said on Tuesday. 
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US cyclosporiasis probe linked to lettuce widens to 15 states, source says

US cyclosporiasis probe linked to lettuce widens to 15 states, source says

By Siddhi Mahatole and Sneha S K Aug 5 (Reuters) - U.S. health authorities have widened their probe into a cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after detecting cases in six additional states, raising the total to 15 states, according to a source familiar with the
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Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan climb to over 12,000, state health officials say

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan climb to over 12,000, state health officials say

Aug 5 (Reuters) - Michigan health officials reported 12,218 cases linked to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis on Wednesday, an increase of 710 cases since its last update a day earlier.
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FDA, CDC widen lettuce-linked cyclosporiasis investigation to 15 states, source says

FDA, CDC widen lettuce-linked cyclosporiasis investigation to 15 states, source says

Aug 5 (Reuters) - U.S. health authorities have widened their probe into a cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after detecting cases in six additional states, raising the total to 15 states, according to a source familiar with the matter.
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US cyclosporiasis probe linked to lettuce widens to 15 states

US cyclosporiasis probe linked to lettuce widens to 15 states

By Siddhi Mahatole and Sneha S K Aug 5 (Reuters) - U.S. health authorities have widened their probe into a cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after detecting cases in six additional states, raising the total to 15 states, the FDA and CDC said on Wednesday.
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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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Sysco Halts Mexican Lettuce Purchases Amid Cyclospora Outbreak

Sysco Halts Mexican Lettuce Purchases Amid Cyclospora Outbreak

Sysco, the largest food distributor in the United States, has announced it will cease purchasing iceberg lettuce from Mexico due to a cyclospora outbreak. This decision follows an investigation by the FDA and CDC into a multistate outbreak linked to the lettuce, which has resulted in two deaths in Michigan. The outbreak has been traced to lettuce sourced from Taylor Farms de Mexico. In response, Sysco has stopped selling and distributing the affected lettuce and is now sourcing from U.S. suppliers. The company is actively working to diversify its procurement to mitigate the impact of the outbreak.
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Sysco Halts Mexican Lettuce Purchases Amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Two Deaths

Sysco Halts Mexican Lettuce Purchases Amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Two Deaths

Sysco, the largest food distributor in the United States, has announced it will cease purchasing iceberg lettuce from Mexico following a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to two deaths in Michigan. The outbreak, which is under investigation by the FDA and CDC, has been associated with lettuce sourced from Taylor Farms de Mexico. In response, Sysco has stopped selling and distributing the affected lettuce and is now sourcing from U.S. growers. The outbreak has resulted in over 11,000 illnesses in Michigan, with health officials pointing to lettuce or salad greens as potential sources. Despite the outbreak, Sysco has managed to meet its supply needs by diversifying its procurement.
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Cyclosporiasis cases rise in New York amid 2 Michigan deaths

Cyclosporiasis cases rise in New York amid 2 Michigan deaths

More than 800 cases have been reported in New York since May as health officials investigate a nationwide outbreak of the foodborne parasite.
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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 Over 11,500 Cyclosporiasis Cases Amid Ongoing Outbreak

Michigan Reports Over 11,500 Cyclosporiasis Cases Amid Ongoing Outbreak

Michigan health officials have reported 11,508 cases of cyclosporiasis, marking an increase of over 200 cases from the previous day. The outbreak has been linked to iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants, sourced from Taylor Farms in central Mexico. The state has also reported the first two deaths associated with the outbreak, both involving individuals with significant underlying health conditions. The outbreak has resulted in 193 hospitalizations in Michigan. Cyclosporiasis is contracted by consuming contaminated food or water and can cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea and nausea.
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Cyclosporiasis deaths reported in Michigan. How many cases are in New York?

Cyclosporiasis deaths reported in Michigan. How many cases are in New York?

Two Michigan residents sick with cyclosporiasis have died as cases continue to rise nationwide. Here's how many cases New York has, whether the lettuce recall affects the state and what symptoms to watch for.