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Cyclospora cases have increased in Douglas County, health officials say
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Key Points:
- Cyclospora cases in Douglas County have increased to 45, up from 27, with health officials investigating a possible link to the multistate outbreak involving contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce.
- The CDC and FDA have identified shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico as the likely source of the ongoing multistate Cyclospora outbreak.
- Symptoms of Cyclospora infection include watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and low-grade fever, typically appearing about a week after consumption of contaminated lettuce.
- Health officials recommend cooking produce to eliminate Cyclospora risk and advise diners to inquire about lettuce sources or avoid lettuce in fast food until the outbreak is resolved.
- Individuals who suspect they are infected are encouraged to get tested and can self-report cases through the Douglas County Health Department website.
