https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/cyclospora-spreads-through-human-wasteContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/cyclospora-spreads-through-human-wastehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/cyclospora-spreads-through-human-waste#u44814Tue, 18 Aug 2026 07:15:28 +0000A widespread parasitic outbreak of cyclosporiasis linked to iceberg lettuce is affecting multiple U.S. states. Recent data shows Michigan cases rose 11% in one week, while Missouri reported nearly 400 cases. Another state saw a weekly increase of approximately 1,500 cases. The FDA has confirmed that best-by dates for the recalled iceberg lettuce have already passed. While some reports suggest the outbreak is waning, the parasite continues to spread through contaminated produce, originating from human waste.Why it mattersCyclospora is a parasite transmitted to humans via food contaminated with