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Cyclosporiasis outbreak has expanded to six more states
NBC News • • business
Key Points:
- A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce has expanded to six additional states, bringing the total affected states to 15, with hundreds hospitalized and two deaths reported since early May.
- The outbreak is primarily traced to lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms from central Mexico, which was voluntarily recalled last month after being distributed to 27 states.
- The Missouri Department of Health reported 1,095 cases, nearly double from the previous week, highlighting a significant increase in reported infections.
- Health experts suggest the new cases may reflect delayed diagnoses rather than ongoing spread, as the recalled lettuce should no longer be available in the U.S. after August 3.
- Authorities continue investigating potential additional sources, as the Taylor Farms lettuce recall may not explain all cases in the outbreak.
