CDC expands largest known U.S. cyclospora outbreak to 9 states
CDC adds four states to the nation’s biggest cyclospora outbreak as lawsuits target lettuce suppliers
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CBS News reports the outbreak’s reach grew by four states, while NBC 5 Chicago notes the FDA is investigating a new cluster of cyclosporiasis involving 72 cases. The Detroit News highlights a lawsuit filed by a Michigan couple against Taylor Farms and Taco Bell.
Future coverage will focus on FDA recall actions and any further legal developments as the investigation continues.
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Quick answers
How many states are now affected by the cyclospora outbreak?
Nine states, after the CDC added four more.
What food item is associated with the outbreak?
Iceberg lettuce, as reported by CBS News.
Which companies are being sued over the illness?
Taylor Farms and Taco Bell, according to The Detroit News.
Coverage (3)
- Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce expands to 4 more states CBS News · 2h ago
- FDA investigating new cluster of cyclosporiasis with 72 cases. Where do food recalls stand? NBC 5 Chicago · 3h ago
- Michigan couple sues Taylor Farms, Taco Bell after getting cyclosporiasis The Detroit News · 3h ago
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