CDC Expands Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Investigation with Four New States Added
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added four new states—Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania—to the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak investigation. This brings the total number of reported cases to 1,947 nationwide. The CDC is also investigating additional unrelated outbreaks across other regions. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed a separate cyclospora outbreak involving 72 new cases while continuing its investigations into three existing active outbreaks. Cases are linked in part to recalled lettuce from Taylor Farms, though the agency noted some infections appear unconnected to this source. Public health officials continue to monitor food supply chains and trace potential contamination sources as they work to contain further spread of cyclosporiasis.
Topics: CDC cyclosporiasis outbreak food safety