- Nearly 23,000 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported across 47 states since May 1, with only New Mexico, Montana, and Hawaii reporting zero cases.
- The CDC has confirmed 10,468 cases and is investigating 12,255 probable cases.
- The FDA is investigating six separate cyclospora outbreaks, with the largest linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell and supplied by Taylor Farms from central Mexico.
- Taco Bell has removed all implicated lettuce from its supply chain, and Taylor Farms has issued a voluntary recall of its iceberg lettuce products.
- As of August 5, Michigan reports 12,218 cases and 193 hospitalizations, while Ohio has over 4,000 cases.
- The CDC reports 517 hospitalizations and two deaths related to this outbreak.
- The FDA urges consumers not to eat recalled lettuce and advises washing produce and cooking to 158°F to kill the parasite.
- The incubation period for cyclosporiasis is long, with symptoms potentially appearing up to 14 days after exposure.
- Health officials have identified a possible source of the outbreak as shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell.
- Health officials interviewed over 1,900 people sickened in affected states who reported eating at Taco Bell in June or July.
The CDC has confirmed 10,468 laboratory cases and 12,255 probable cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, with 517 hospitalizations and two deaths reported. The outbreak, affecting states like Michigan and Ohio, is linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taco Bell, prompting a recall from Taylor Farms.34567891314
Michigan has been particularly hard hit, reporting 12,218 cases and 193 hospitalizations. Ohio follows with over 4,000 cases, while Indiana has recorded nearly 1,349 cases. Only New Mexico, Montana, and Hawaii have reported no cases since May 1.
The recalled lettuce products were distributed to 27 states, including Alabama, Florida, and Texas. The CDC advises cooking food to at least 158 degrees Fahrenheit to kill the parasite, while washing produce can reduce but not eliminate the risk of infection.
As the FDA investigates six separate cyclospora outbreaks, the public is urged to stay informed and take precautions to avoid foodborne illnesses.
“Michigan is the hardest hit with 12,218 cases and 193 hospitalizations as of Aug. 5, while Ohio reports over 4,000. The FDA is investigating six separate outbreaks, and officials advise cooking food to 158°F to kill the parasite.”
