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Oregon reports 2 Cyclospora cases tied to lettuce recall
KPTV • • health
Key Points:
- Two Oregon residents have contracted Cyclospora infections potentially linked to a national outbreak associated with pre-shredded iceberg lettuce, according to the Oregon Health Authority.
- Both infected individuals had traveled to states involved in the nationwide recall of the lettuce product, but no unusual increase in cyclosporiasis cases has been detected within Oregon itself.
- Oregon has reported 23 cyclosporiasis cases so far this year, consistent with previous years' numbers, indicating the public risk remains low.
- The outbreak was initially connected to Taco Bell restaurants, and federal and state agencies are actively tracing lettuce supplies and interviewing affected individuals nationwide.
- Health officials anticipate more cases may arise among travelers to affected areas or if additional contaminated products are identified, though the recalled products have not been distributed in Oregon.
