The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded its investigation into the Cyclospora outbreak, which has now affected 15 states. The outbreak, which was first reported in July, has been linked to contaminated lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms de Mexico to Taco Bell restaurants.
Cyclospora Outbreak Details
According to the FDA, 6,358 cases have been reported, with 278 hospitalizations and two deaths in Michigan. The outbreak began on June 22, and the FDA has urged consumers and retailers to throw away contaminated lettuce, including Marketside-branded products sold in grocery stores across 27 states.
The FDA has also recommended sanitizing any surfaces that came into contact with the lettuce and contacting a doctor if symptoms develop after eating it. Cyclospora is a single-celled parasite that can cause stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, weight loss, and other health problems.
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