Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Lettuce | Raleigh News

A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from a single Mexican farm is causing alarm, with over 1,600 confirmed cases—many more than last year. The culprit? Lettuce grown by Taylor Farms, which is now pulling the affected product while reassuring customers that their other products, including salad kits, are unaffected. Though cyclospora is common in Mexico, U.S. outbreaks have historically tied to imported produce. California’s public health officials say cases are actually lower than last year, crediting robust food safety systems like the Leafy Green Marketing Agreement, which includes annual audits and evolving standards. Experts stress the importance of washing produce, while industry groups like the California Grocers Association collaborate with health officials to maintain safety protocols and rebuild consumer trust. 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/34d443fbaf3065ba