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US Cyclospora cases have officially shattered previous records, making 2026 the worst year for the parasitic illness. Health officials are eyeing lettuce and salad kits as a likely culprit, while chains like Taco Bell pull ingredients out of caution. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/us-cyclospora-outbreak-hits-record-high-lettuce-eyed-as-cause-xwuqqbp2?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #CyclosporaOutbreak #FoodSafety #PublicHealth #RecallNotice
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#Cyclosporiasis infections are surging. #Michigan officials say #lettuce is a possible cause
Jul 14, 2026 3:54
NEW YORK (AP) — "Infections from the diarrhea-causing parasite #cyclospora are surging, with state-level data suggesting that 2026 is already the nation's worst year for reported cases.
"More than 30 states have reported infections this year, and current data from them shows the number of infections surpassing the record U.S. mark of about 4,700 set in 2019. The illness is not usually life threatening and is typically treated with antibiotics.
"Health officials have not yet definitively identified what is causing the infections. On Tuesday, federal health officials said there may be different infection patterns in different places, although they believe cases in at least four states — Michigan, #Ohio, #Kentucky and #WestVirginia — are linked.
Michigan officials blame lettuce
"In Michigan — where more than 3,300 cases have been reported — officials say early information points to lettuce or salad greens as a possible culprit.
"After conducting more than 1,000 interviews with patients, 'early information has shown lettuce as a common product that regularly comes up during the investigation,' said Natasha Bagdasarian, the Michigan health department's chief medical executive.
"Because of that commonality and because produce has been behind some past cyclospora outbreaks, Michigan officials advised consumers to buy whole heads of lettuce, discard the outer layers and thoroughly wash what is left. They also suggested people avoid bagged lettuce and pre-mixed salad kits."
#USNews #HealthAndSafety #ViewerSupportedNews #USPol #PublicBroadcasting #CyclosporaOutbreak
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#Cyclosporiasis infections are surging. #Michigan officials say #lettuce is a possible cause
Jul 14, 2026 3:54
NEW YORK (AP) — "Infections from the diarrhea-causing parasite #cyclospora are surging, with state-level data suggesting that 2026 is already the nation's worst year for reported cases.
"More than 30 states have reported infections this year, and current data from them shows the number of infections surpassing the record U.S. mark of about 4,700 set in 2019. The illness is not usually life threatening and is typically treated with antibiotics.
"Health officials have not yet definitively identified what is causing the infections. On Tuesday, federal health officials said there may be different infection patterns in different places, although they believe cases in at least four states — Michigan, #Ohio, #Kentucky and #WestVirginia — are linked.
Michigan officials blame lettuce
"In Michigan — where more than 3,300 cases have been reported — officials say early information points to lettuce or salad greens as a possible culprit.
"After conducting more than 1,000 interviews with patients, 'early information has shown lettuce as a common product that regularly comes up during the investigation,' said Natasha Bagdasarian, the Michigan health department's chief medical executive.
"Because of that commonality and because produce has been behind some past cyclospora outbreaks, Michigan officials advised consumers to buy whole heads of lettuce, discard the outer layers and thoroughly wash what is left. They also suggested people avoid bagged lettuce and pre-mixed salad kits."
#USNews #HealthAndSafety #ViewerSupportedNews #USPol #PublicBroadcasting #CyclosporaOutbreak
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Cyclospora outbreaks causing diarrhea in US expected to continue through August, Jessica Glenza reports. Find this article and more at canadahealthwatch.ca #CyclosporaOutbreak
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Cyclospora outbreaks causing diarrhea in US expected to continue through August, Jessica Glenza reports. Find this article and more at canadahealthwatch.ca #CyclosporaOutbreak
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What Is #Cyclosporiasis?
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a single-celled parasite that infects the small intestine. Unlike bacteria that cause food poisoning within hours, #Cyclospora takes about 7 days after exposure to make you sick.
This matters because: if you ate something 12 hours ago and got sick, it’s not Cyclospora.
Key Takeaways
- 843 confirmed cases across 31 US states (CDC, July 9). Michigan alone has 1,562
- No source identified — FDA investigation ongoing. No recall issued
- #Raspberries are high-risk — the parasite gets trapped in microscopic hairs on the fruit. Washing does NOT remove it
- Standard stool tests miss it — you must specifically ask for Cyclospora testing
- Key clue: symptoms come and go in waves for weeks (relapsing-remitting pattern)
- Treatable — Bactrim (TMP-SMX) for 7-10 days workshttps://medspurs.com/cyclosporiasis-outbreak-2026/
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What Is #Cyclosporiasis?
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a single-celled parasite that infects the small intestine. Unlike bacteria that cause food poisoning within hours, #Cyclospora takes about 7 days after exposure to make you sick.
This matters because: if you ate something 12 hours ago and got sick, it’s not Cyclospora.
Key Takeaways
- 843 confirmed cases across 31 US states (CDC, July 9). Michigan alone has 1,562
- No source identified — FDA investigation ongoing. No recall issued
- #Raspberries are high-risk — the parasite gets trapped in microscopic hairs on the fruit. Washing does NOT remove it
- Standard stool tests miss it — you must specifically ask for Cyclospora testing
- Key clue: symptoms come and go in waves for weeks (relapsing-remitting pattern)
- Treatable — Bactrim (TMP-SMX) for 7-10 days workshttps://medspurs.com/cyclosporiasis-outbreak-2026/
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From the CDC concerning a #CyclosporaOutbreak from 2013.
"About the Response
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. People can become infected with Cyclospora by consuming food or water contaminated with the parasite.
CDC collaborated with public health officials in multiple states and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate an outbreak of cyclosporiasis from June to August 2013.
During this time, a total of 631 persons with cyclosporiasis were reported from 25 states and New York City.
The findings in the investigations suggested that there was more than one outbreak of cyclosporiasis during June–August 2013 in the United States. Restaurant-associated illnesses in Iowa and Nebraska were linked to salad mix from #TaylorFarms de Mexico in Guanajuato, Mexico. Some illnesses in Texas were linked to fresh cilantro from Puebla, Mexico."
https://www.cdc.gov/orr/responses/multistate-cyclospora-outbreak.html
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From the CDC concerning a #CyclosporaOutbreak from 2013.
"About the Response
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. People can become infected with Cyclospora by consuming food or water contaminated with the parasite.
CDC collaborated with public health officials in multiple states and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate an outbreak of cyclosporiasis from June to August 2013.
During this time, a total of 631 persons with cyclosporiasis were reported from 25 states and New York City.
The findings in the investigations suggested that there was more than one outbreak of cyclosporiasis during June–August 2013 in the United States. Restaurant-associated illnesses in Iowa and Nebraska were linked to salad mix from #TaylorFarms de Mexico in Guanajuato, Mexico. Some illnesses in Texas were linked to fresh cilantro from Puebla, Mexico."
https://www.cdc.gov/orr/responses/multistate-cyclospora-outbreak.html
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CW: CW - Talk of symptoms of a cyclospora infection
This from a friend...
"So... We got the exploding diarrhea. Here's my advice for anyone who doesn't have it yet:
It's going to take a minute for the government to pin down where this is coming from, and then issue a recall, because the FDA has been gutted. But, I can tell you, without a shadow of a doubt : this is coming from Taylor Farms produce, and you will see them recalled.
You'll want to avoid all #TaylorFarms produce in the grocery store. They supply #McDonalds, #KFC, #PizzaHut, about any fast food place you can think of.
Raspberries, watermelons, cilantro, and the veggies you're hearing about are not causing this many people to get sick. It's the shredded #lettuce, specifically, that's the problem. But, you'll want to stay away from every type of produce this company puts out, because one strand of shredded lettuce is all it takes to contaminate bushels."Taylor Farms is the source. #TacoBell proactively pulled their produce from their restaurants. You're going to see other fast food places doing this, and probably will see that before the government names a source. The #FDA knows this, but they can't come out and tell us all until there's proof, which takes resources and research, which takes manpower, but the FDA has been cut by about 20-30%.
During the Biden term, onions at McDonald's had ecoli. We knew this because DNA testing was done quickly and they were able to narrow it down to one place that caused the outbreak. And, it was traced back to Taylor Farms. This isn't going to be solved as quickly though.
When you get this, make a virtual appointment to your PCP - a "same day sick" appointment. Tell them someone in your family just tested for this and was positive and was prescribed Bactrim. If you go in person, they're probably going to make you poop in a cup and wait until results come back to prescribe.You'll know when you get this. Trust me on all of this.
You'll want to stay hydrated because this parasite damages the lining of the small intestine. Your small intestine, in turn, secretes more water into the gut, and less nutrients and liquid are able to remain in the body. So no matter how much you shit, you're going to want to drink. A day of this leads to dehydration if you don't increase your fluid intake, and a few days will land you in the hospital.
If you have headaches, weakness, muscle cramps, dizziness, or an increase heart rate - hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Go to the ER for fluids if you can't drink enough.
Thank you for coming to my Ted talk. Brought to you by America's 250 birthday celebrations, workforce reduction in the FDA and #CDC, and viewers like you.
Please feel free to share this.
And, MAGA - don't blow up the comment section. I argued with y'all on COVID bc I was afraid y'all would die, but I really don't care if you get explosive diarrhea.
And no, ivermectin will not help this at all."
#HealthAndSafety #CyclosporaOutbreak #CDCFail #FDAFail #TrumpSucks #USPol
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CW: CW - Talk of symptoms of a cyclospora infection
This from a friend...
"So... We got the exploding diarrhea. Here's my advice for anyone who doesn't have it yet:
It's going to take a minute for the government to pin down where this is coming from, and then issue a recall, because the FDA has been gutted. But, I can tell you, without a shadow of a doubt : this is coming from Taylor Farms produce, and you will see them recalled.
You'll want to avoid all #TaylorFarms produce in the grocery store. They supply #McDonalds, #KFC, #PizzaHut, about any fast food place you can think of.
Raspberries, watermelons, cilantro, and the veggies you're hearing about are not causing this many people to get sick. It's the shredded #lettuce, specifically, that's the problem. But, you'll want to stay away from every type of produce this company puts out, because one strand of shredded lettuce is all it takes to contaminate bushels."Taylor Farms is the source. #TacoBell proactively pulled their produce from their restaurants. You're going to see other fast food places doing this, and probably will see that before the government names a source. The #FDA knows this, but they can't come out and tell us all until there's proof, which takes resources and research, which takes manpower, but the FDA has been cut by about 20-30%.
During the Biden term, onions at McDonald's had ecoli. We knew this because DNA testing was done quickly and they were able to narrow it down to one place that caused the outbreak. And, it was traced back to Taylor Farms. This isn't going to be solved as quickly though.
When you get this, make a virtual appointment to your PCP - a "same day sick" appointment. Tell them someone in your family just tested for this and was positive and was prescribed Bactrim. If you go in person, they're probably going to make you poop in a cup and wait until results come back to prescribe.You'll know when you get this. Trust me on all of this.
You'll want to stay hydrated because this parasite damages the lining of the small intestine. Your small intestine, in turn, secretes more water into the gut, and less nutrients and liquid are able to remain in the body. So no matter how much you shit, you're going to want to drink. A day of this leads to dehydration if you don't increase your fluid intake, and a few days will land you in the hospital.
If you have headaches, weakness, muscle cramps, dizziness, or an increase heart rate - hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Go to the ER for fluids if you can't drink enough.
Thank you for coming to my Ted talk. Brought to you by America's 250 birthday celebrations, workforce reduction in the FDA and #CDC, and viewers like you.
Please feel free to share this.
And, MAGA - don't blow up the comment section. I argued with y'all on COVID bc I was afraid y'all would die, but I really don't care if you get explosive diarrhea.
And no, ivermectin will not help this at all."
#HealthAndSafety #CyclosporaOutbreak #CDCFail #FDAFail #TrumpSucks #USPol
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So, this has NOT been confirmed, but it seems that the source of the #cyclospora outbreak seems to be #TaylorFarms. Following is the post where I got the information (it's pretty graphic).
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So, this has NOT been confirmed, but it seems that the source of the #cyclospora outbreak seems to be #TaylorFarms. Following is the post where I got the information (it's pretty graphic).