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- 1RFK Jr. says cyclosporiasis outbreak 'under control' with 1,600 cases▼RFK Jr. says cyclosporiasis outbreak is 'under control' amid at least 1,600 cases in 5 states
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said a cyclosporiasis outbreak is 'under control' despite at least 1,600 confirmed cases across five US states. The intestinal illness, typically linked to contaminated food or water, has sickened hundreds in recent weeks. Officials are continuing to investigate the source, and health experts have urged caution about declaring the outbreak contained while case counts remain high.
- 2Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to shredded lettuce at Taco Bell●Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations: CDC, FDA
Federal health authorities have linked an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, to shredded lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations. The CDC and FDA are investigating the cases, and the fast-food chain is drawing scrutiny as the affected lettuce supply raises food safety concerns for customers and regulators alike.
- 3Taylor Farms Recalls Lettuce in 27 States Over Parasite Outbreak▼Taylor Farms recalls lettuce in 27 states amid cyclosporiasis outbreak: What to know
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.
- 4US cyclosporiasis outbreak: what is known so far▼What we know about the U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak – ABC22 & FOX44
US news outlets are reporting on a cyclosporiasis outbreak, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite typically linked to contaminated fresh produce or water. Coverage is summarising what health authorities know so far about cases, likely sources and symptoms. Specific case numbers, affected states and the contaminated food source have not been detailed in the available reporting.
- 5UK sees sharp rise in cyclosporiasis cases tied to Mexico travel●'Sharp rise' in cyclosporiasis cases in UK linked to Mexico travel. Here's what to know
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.
- 6Michigan says it's safe to eat lettuce again as outbreak slows▼Michigan health officials say people can resume regular lettuce-eating habits as new cases of cyclosporiasis slow
Michigan health officials say residents can return to their normal lettuce-eating habits as new cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness often linked to contaminated produce, have slowed. The advisory had cautioned people about eating lettuce during the outbreak. Officials' announcement suggests the immediate public health risk has passed, though they continue monitoring for any further cases.