cyclospora

A former FDA commissioner says the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak in the United States is not 'fully under control,' raising concerns about the foodborne illness linked to contaminated produce. The intestinal infection, caused by the Cyclospora parasite, typically causes weeks of diarrhea and fatigue. Health officials are continuing to investigate the source as cases are reported across multiple states.

Taylor Farms has issued a recall of lettuce products across 27 US states amid an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal infection caused by the Cyclospora parasite, often linked to contaminated produce. Consumers in affected states are being advised to check their lettuce purchases and discard recalled items, while health officials continue to investigate the extent of the contamination.

Health officials in the United Kingdom are reporting a sharp rise in cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, with many cases linked to recent travel to Mexico. The illness typically causes prolonged watery diarrhoea, fatigue and stomach cramps, and is associated with consuming contaminated food or water. Travellers are being advised to take food and water precautions and to seek medical advice if symptoms develop after returning home.

Local health officials have given an account of a cyclospora outbreak in their area, detailing how the intestinal illness spread and how authorities responded. Cyclospora infections are typically linked to contaminated food or water and can cause prolonged diarrhea and fatigue. The officials' account offers a retrospective look at the investigation and containment efforts.