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9 cases of cyclosporiasis linked to lettuce served at hospital in NH
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Key Points:
- Nine confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis have been linked to lettuce served at Cheshire Medical Center's cafeteria in Keene, with investigations ongoing for additional cases.
- The lettuce involved was recalled by Taylor Farms amid a national cyclosporiasis outbreak, and the hospital has removed all salad bar options as a precaution.
- A total of 16 patients, including 10 employees, were identified as exposed, but no inpatients have contracted the infection while at the facility.
- Health officials advise anyone who ate the lettuce between early June and July 20 and experiences severe or persistent watery diarrhea to seek medical evaluation for Cyclospora infection.
- Nationwide, over 11,000 cases of cyclosporiasis have been estimated since May 1, with symptoms typically appearing within one to two weeks after consuming contaminated food.
