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FDA Identifies Lettuce as Potential Source of Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
Original: KMOR - FDA finds potential source of cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce
Federal health investigators say lettuce may be behind a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak, a parasitic illness that causes intestinal symptoms. The Food and Drug Administration has identified the leafy green as a potential source and is working to trace distribution channels as illness reports rise across multiple states. Consumers are being advised to follow updated food safety guidance.
Why now: A possible food source of an ongoing illness outbreak is a public health concern affecting consumers nationwide
Evidence
- KMOR - FDA finds potential source of cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce · Rural Radio Network
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