Cyclospora Outbreak Hits Hard | Global News

This massive cyclospora outbreak is sending shockwaves across 41 states, with over 7,000 cases in Michigan alone—making it the largest in U.S. history. Symptoms are brutal: relentless stomach cramps and bathroom runs up to 20 times a day. In response, restaurants and chains like Taco Bell are pulling iceberg lettuce, but the source remains unknown. The parasite’s long incubation period and lab-detection challenges have fueled panic, with some ditching produce for chicken nuggets and others tossing entire grocery hauls. A false alarm about a lettuce supplier added to the chaos. While officials say it’s under control, the CDC reports record-breaking cases, mostly from Michigan and Ohio. For farmers like Brian, it’s been a nightmare—forcing him to carry toilet paper on his tractor and swearing off store-bought raspberries forever. This outbreak is a stark reminder of how fast food safety can unravel—and how deeply it affects everyday life. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4b9e7cff456ac747