CDC expands largest known U.S. cyclospora outbreak to 9 states
The CDC has expanded its investigation into a multi-state cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce and Taco Bell locations.
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The CDC reports that an outbreak of the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora has spread to nine states. Federal regulators and the FDA are investigating a cluster of 72 reported cases of cyclosporiasis. Legal action has commenced, with a Michigan couple filing suit against Taylor Farms and Taco Bell.
Coverage from outlets including Bloomberg, CBS News, and NBC 5 Chicago emphasizes the wide distribution of Taylor Farms produce. Media reporting highlights the difficulties in containment due to the prevalence of the supplier's products in the food supply chain. Local news outlets such as KCTV and 10TV have documented the geographical expansion of the affected areas.
The current coverage does not yet specify which remaining states are under investigation or provide a timeline for potential product recalls. Future reporting is expected to track additional case counts and potential regulatory actions taken by the FDA regarding the supply chain.
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Quick answers
How many states are affected by the cyclospora outbreak?
The outbreak is currently linked to nine states.
Which companies are being linked to the outbreak?
Coverage identifies Taylor Farms and Taco Bell as being linked to the investigation and related litigation.
What is the source of the parasite?
Reports indicate an association with iceberg lettuce.
Coverage (7)
- Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite tied to Taco Bell now linked to 4 more states KCTV · 7h ago
- Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite tied to Taco Bell now linked to 4 more states WTOC · 7h ago
- Parasite outbreak tied to lettuce expands to 9 states 10TV · 13h ago
- Taylor Farms Produce Is Sold Everywhere, Making Outbreak Difficult to Escape Bloomberg.com · 16h ago
- Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce expands to 4 more states CBS News · 18h ago
- FDA investigating new cluster of cyclosporiasis with 72 cases. Where do food recalls stand? NBC 5 Chicago · 19h ago
- Michigan couple sues Taylor Farms, Taco Bell after getting cyclosporiasis The Detroit News · 19h ago
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