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Taco Bell Offers $1 Enchiritos Amid Cyclospora Outbreak to Reassure Customers

Taco Bell Offers $1 Enchiritos Amid Cyclospora Outbreak to Reassure Customers

Taco Bell Offers $1 Enchiritos Amid Cyclospora Outbreak to Reassure Customers
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FDA Investigates Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Taylor Farms Lettuce

FDA Investigates Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Taylor Farms Lettuce

Federal health officials are investigating a cyclosporiasis outbreak potentially linked to lettuce from Taylor Farms. Despite a false positive test result initially implicating Taylor Farms, the FDA continues to focus on their products as the source of the outbreak. The outbreak has affected multiple states, with over 4,000 confirmed cases and more than 300 hospitalizations reported. The FDA's traceback investigation points to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms' locations in central Mexico. Taylor Farms has recalled 25 lettuce and salad mix products, and the FDA is testing produce samples crossing the U.S. border to prevent further contamination.
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Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Iceberg Lettuce Sparks Health Concerns

Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Iceberg Lettuce Sparks Health Concerns

A cyclospora parasite outbreak has been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, affecting over 1,600 individuals across five states. The FDA traced the illness to lettuce served at Taco Bell, leading to a recall of products from Taylor Farms' Mexican facilities. Despite a false positive test for the parasite, the FDA maintains its warning against consuming the affected lettuce. Health experts advise caution but not a complete avoidance of fresh produce. The outbreak has raised concerns about food safety, particularly for immunocompromised individuals who are at higher risk of severe symptoms.
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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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4,200+ Cyclosporiasis cases in 41 states. How many in Jacksonville?

4,200+ Cyclosporiasis cases in 41 states. How many in Jacksonville?

A nationwide Cyclosporiasis outbreak has resulted in nearly 4,200 confirmed cases across 41 states. Here's what we know.
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Cyclospora Outbreak Raises Concerns Over Food Safety and Public Health

Cyclospora Outbreak Raises Concerns Over Food Safety and Public Health

The United States is experiencing its largest-ever outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite that spreads through contaminated food and water, primarily affecting fresh produce. The outbreak has led to widespread cases of diarrhea, with symptoms lasting up to a month if untreated. The outbreak has been linked to iceberg lettuce, particularly from Taco Bell locations in several states. The situation has raised public awareness about food safety and the regulatory measures in place to prevent such outbreaks. The outbreak has also highlighted the challenges in tracing the source of contamination due to the parasite's incubation period.
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US CDC links four more states to cyclosporiasis outbreak, Washington Post reports

US CDC links four more states to cyclosporiasis outbreak, Washington Post reports

July 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has linked four additional states to a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak traced to shredded iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico, the Washington Post reported on Friday, citing two people familiar with the investigation.
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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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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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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.
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Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

Cyclosporiasis outbreak hits Taco Bell sales, unlikely to cause lasting scar, analysts say

By Juveria Tabassum, Neil J Kanatt and Nicholas P.
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Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan climb to over 7,000, state health officials say

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan climb to over 7,000, state health officials say

July 22 (Reuters) - Michigan health officials reported 7,171 cases linked to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis on Wednesday, up 600 cases since its last update on Tuesday.