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- 1Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to shredded iceberg lettuce spreads to 9 states▼Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce expands to 9 states
A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce has now spread to nine US states, according to news reports. Health officials are investigating the source of the contaminated lettuce as more cases are confirmed. Consumers are being advised to watch for symptoms of the intestinal illness, which can cause prolonged diarrhea and fatigue.
- 2FDA closes cyclospora outbreak probe tied to Taylor Farms lettuce▼FDA concludes investigation into cyclospora outbreak tied to recalled Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce
The FDA has concluded its investigation into a cyclospora outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms. The agency has not announced new enforcement action in closing the probe. Taylor Farms had previously issued a recall of iceberg lettuce products after the parasite, which causes intestinal illness, was connected to its produce.
- 3FDA finds Cyclospora at Mexican farms tied to lettuce outbreak▼FDA Finds Cyclospora at Mexico Sites Linked to Iceberg Lettuce Outbreak, Announces New Prevention Efforts
US FDA investigators detected the parasite Cyclospora at growing sites in Mexico linked to an ongoing outbreak of cyclosporiasis traced to iceberg lettuce. The agency says the findings informed a new prevention effort aimed at tightening safety practices in produce supply chains. Consumers have been advised to watch for symptoms and follow guidance on affected lettuce.
- 4Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce spreads to 15 states▼Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce expands to 15 states
A cyclosporiasis outbreak traced to shredded iceberg lettuce has now sickened people across 15 US states, health officials report. The intestinal illness, caused by a parasite often found on contaminated produce, has prompted warnings to consumers and food service businesses. Coverage is growing as the case count and geographic spread continue to widen, with investigators working to trace the supply chain.
- 5FDA ends Cyclospora outbreak investigation tied to iceberg lettuce●FDA closes investigation into Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce
The US Food and Drug Administration has closed its investigation into a Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce. The parasite causes intestinal illness, and produce-linked outbreaks of this kind have drawn attention to food safety monitoring. The FDA has not announced further enforcement actions in connection with the case at this time.