Cyclosporiasis outbreak has expanded to six more states
Federal health authorities are declaring the 2026 cyclospora outbreak over, though the conclusion leaves many public health questions unanswered. The foodborne crisis, which was traced back to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce, ultimately sickened more than 11,000 people across 20 states and caused two deaths. While Michigan alone previously accounted for 14,718 infections in earlier reports, federal totals cite a broader 20-state impact. The closure of the investigation signals an end to the active emergency phase, even as experts examine outstanding questions regarding the contamination source and regulatory oversight.
What changed
Public health agencies are officially concluding the cyclospora outbreak investigation after more than 11,000 illnesses.
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FDA and CDC Declare 2026 Cyclospora Outbreak Over
Federal health authorities are declaring the 2026 cyclospora outbreak over, though the conclusion leaves many public health questions unanswered. The foodborne crisis, which was traced back to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce, ultimately sickened more than 11,000 people across 20 states and caused two deaths. While Michigan alone previously accounted for 14,718 infections in earlier reports, federal totals cite a broader 20-state impact. The closure of the investigation signals an end to the active emergency phase, even as experts examine outstanding questions regarding the contamination source and regulatory oversight.
Why it matters
The outbreak strained federal oversight mechanisms, exposing staffing shortages at the Food and Drug Administration following pandemic-era losses. Critics argued that regulators missed opportunities for timely foreign inspections, compounding vulnerabilities in the food supply chain. Concurrently, the food logistics network faces separate pressures as national diesel prices surpass six dollars a gallon.
What is confirmed
- The Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are declaring the 2026 cyclospora outbreak over.
- The outbreak sickened more than 11,000 people across 20 states and killed 2 individuals.
- The cyclospora outbreak was tied to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce.
Still unconfirmed
- The end of the cyclospora outbreak fails to bring all of the answers public health officials hoped to find.
What to watch next
- Final federal reports detailing the complete epidemiological findings of the cyclospora investigation
- Potential policy changes regarding foreign food inspections by the FDA
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Mexican Lettuce
A cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to contaminated lettuce from a Mexican farm continues to impact the U.S., with 14,718 infections reported in Michigan alone. The crisis has exposed critical staffing shortages at the Food and Drug Administration, which failed to meet foreign food inspection targets after losing staff during the covid pandemic. Experts argue the FDA should have performed on-site inspections at the farm sooner given the number of illnesses. No new state expansion data was provided in the latest reports to confirm the spread to six additional states.
Why it matters
Foreign food inspections dropped nearly 35% since 2019. This decline in oversight hindered the agency's ability to monitor international suppliers. The current situation highlights a systemic failure in food safety enforcement during the post-pandemic period.
What is confirmed
- Michigan has recorded 14,718 cyclosporiasis infections.
- Foreign food inspections decreased by nearly 35% since 2019.
Still unconfirmed
- The cyclosporiasis outbreak has expanded to six more states.
What to watch next
- FDA reports on updated foreign inspection staffing levels
- Official confirmation of infection counts in states outside Michigan
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FDA Inspection Failures Linked to Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
The cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to tainted lettuce from a Mexican farm has exposed critical staffing shortages at the Food and Drug Administration. The agency failed to meet foreign food inspection targets after losing inspectors during the covid pandemic. Experts cited by the AP argue that the FDA should have conducted on-site inspections at the Mexican farm sooner given the scale of the illness. This follows a nearly 35% drop in foreign food inspections since 2019, contributing to a crisis that has seen 14,718 infections in Michigan alone.
Why it matters
The outbreak began with nearly 11,500 illnesses across 20 states. Louisiana officials are currently monitoring 125 cases that lack a confirmed link to the national lettuce source. Three deaths have been reported in Michigan.
What is confirmed
- The FDA lost inspectors during the covid pandemic and never recovered.
- Foreign food inspections by the FDA dropped nearly 35% since 2019.
- The cyclosporiasis outbreak is linked to a farm in Mexico.
Still unconfirmed
- Inspectors should have been on-site at the Mexican farm sooner based on the number of sickened people.
What to watch next
- FDA staffing recovery plans or new hiring targets for foreign inspections.
- Confirmation of the source for the 125 infections in Louisiana.
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Follows Drop in FDA Foreign Inspections
A record-shattering cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce has intensified concerns over food safety following a nearly 35% drop in foreign food inspections by the Food and Drug Administration since 2019. The Mexican farm tied to the ongoing health crisis is among the foreign sites facing fewer checks. The widespread bacterial illness previously expanded to six additional states, driving total infections in Michigan to 14,718 alongside three reported deaths. An earlier baseline of nearly 11,500 illnesses spanned 20 states, while Louisiana health officials continue tracking 125 infections without a confirmed direct link to the national lettuce source.
Why it matters
Food safety vulnerabilities have drawn heightened scrutiny as summer recalls expose gaps in the nation's protective net. The ongoing outbreak follows years of declining federal oversight of foreign agricultural operations. Investigators continue to monitor whether all regional cases connect back to the primary recalled lettuce source.
What is confirmed
- FDA foreign food site inspections are down nearly 35% since 2019.
- The cyclosporiasis outbreak is tied to recalled iceberg lettuce.
- Total infections in Michigan reached 14,718 alongside three reported deaths.
- Louisiana health officials report 125 infections.
Still unconfirmed
- Louisiana health officials have not yet confirmed if the state's 125 cases connect directly to the national lettuce source.
What to watch next
- Further updates from health authorities regarding the connection between Louisiana cases and the national lettuce source
- Additional data on FDA foreign inspection rates and farm oversight
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Reaches Six More States
A national cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce has expanded to six additional states, driving total infections in Michigan to 14,718 alongside three reported deaths. This escalation follows an earlier baseline of nearly 11,500 illnesses spanning 20 states, including Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas, which accounted for two prior fatalities. Meanwhile, Louisiana health officials report 125 infections. Authorities have not yet confirmed if the Louisiana cases connect directly to the national lettuce source.
Why it matters
The expansion of the outbreak highlights the rapid spread of foodborne pathogens through widely distributed produce. Public health monitors continue tracking the multi-state toll as agencies investigate the full scope of contaminated iceberg lettuce shipments. Unresolved questions remain regarding whether the 125 cases in Louisiana share the same contamination source.
What is confirmed
- Total infections reached 14,718 cases in Michigan along with three reported deaths.
- The public health crisis previously tallied nearly 11,500 illnesses across 20 states including Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas, alongside two prior fatalities.
- Louisiana health officials report 125 infections.
Still unconfirmed
- Officials have not yet confirmed if the 125 infections reported in Louisiana trace back to the national lettuce source.
What to watch next
- Confirmation from health officials on whether the Louisiana infections link to the recalled iceberg lettuce.
- Further updates on the expansion of the cyclosporiasis outbreak into the six newly affected states.
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Spreads Across Multiple States
A record-shattering national cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce continues to expand, pushing the public health crisis into six additional states. Total infections have reached 14,718 cases in Michigan alone, where three deaths are now reported. This toll builds upon an earlier baseline of nearly 11,500 illnesses across 20 states including Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas, alongside two prior fatalities. Louisiana health officials also report 125 infections, though officials have not yet confirmed if those specific cases trace back to the national lettuce source.
Why it matters
The escalating crisis highlights severe vulnerabilities in the national health infrastructure, which critics argue has been compromised by long-term underfunding and administration cuts. This widespread contamination event demonstrates how foodborne outbreaks can rapidly overwhelm response capabilities across numerous jurisdictions.
What is confirmed
- Michigan health officials reported 14,718 cyclosporiasis cases on Thursday, adding 208 new infections since the previous weekly update.
- The Michigan cases have resulted in 3 deaths.
- Louisiana health officials have identified 125 cases.
Still unconfirmed
- Louisiana infections stem from a separate origin rather than the national lettuce source.
What to watch next
- Confirmation from Louisiana health officials on whether their 125 cases stem from the national lettuce source or a separate origin
- Further updates on the total number of states affected by the expanded cyclosporiasis outbreak
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Michigan reports over 14,700 cyclosporiasis cases as outbreak grows
Michigan health officials reported 14,718 cyclosporiasis cases on Thursday, adding 208 new infections since the previous weekly update. This surge contributes to a record-shattering national outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce. The Michigan cases have resulted in 3 deaths. Previously, the outbreak sickened nearly 11,500 people across 20 states, including Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas, with two deaths reported. Louisiana health officials have also identified 125 cases, though they have not yet confirmed if those infections stem from the national lettuce source or a separate origin.
Why it matters
Taylor Farms is a central figure in the ongoing investigation into production risks. The crisis coincides with broader concerns regarding the stability of the U.S. food-safety system.
What is confirmed
- Michigan health officials reported 14,718 cases of cyclosporiasis on September 3, 2026.
- The Michigan outbreak has resulted in 3 deaths.
- Michigan saw an increase of 208 cases since the update a week prior.
Still unconfirmed
- The Trump administration is methodically dismantling the food-safety system in America.
What to watch next
- Confirmation from Louisiana health officials on whether their 125 cases link to the national iceberg lettuce outbreak.
- Further investigation into Taylor Farms regarding production risks.
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Louisiana reports 125 Cyclospora cases amid national iceberg lettuce outbreak
Louisiana health officials have reported 125 cases of Cyclospora infections, though it remains unclear if these are linked to the national iceberg lettuce outbreak or a separate source. The broader outbreak, which has sickened thousands and is described as record-shattering, is tied to recalled iceberg lettuce. Previous reports indicate nearly 11,500 people fell ill across 20 states, including Texas, Georgia, and Tennessee, with two deaths. Taylor Farms is central to the investigation as food safety advocates warn of increasing production risks.
Why it matters
Cyclospora is a parasite that causes diarrhea. The current scale of the outbreak has highlighted perceived gaps in the national food safety net during a summer of multiple food recalls.
What is confirmed
- Louisiana health officials have reported 125 cases of Cyclospora infections.
- The national cyclosporiasis outbreak is tied to recalled iceberg lettuce.
Still unconfirmed
- Louisiana's cases are connected to the massive multistate outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce.
What to watch next
- Updates on the total number of illnesses and deaths across the affected states.
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Cyclospora Outbreak Now Affects 20 States With Nearly 11,500 Illnesses
A Cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to recalled Mexican lettuce has expanded to 20 states, including Texas, Georgia, and Tennessee. Nearly 11,500 people have become ill, and two deaths are reported. The parasite causes diarrhea. Taylor Farms is central to the outbreak, and food safety advocates have raised alarms regarding increasing production risks. Federal authorities continue to monitor the spread as more jurisdictions report cases.
Why it matters
Cyclospora is an intestinal parasite typically transmitted through contaminated fresh produce. This specific outbreak is tied to iceberg lettuce sourced from Mexico. The scale of the illness reports indicates a widespread distribution failure.
What is confirmed
- The Cyclospora outbreak is linked to recalled Mexican lettuce.
- Twenty states are now affected by the outbreak, including Texas, Georgia, and Tennessee.
- Nearly 11,500 people have been sickened.
- Two deaths are reported.
What to watch next
- Additional state health department reports on new cases
- Updates on the recall status of Taylor Farms products
- Federal findings on the source of the Mexican lettuce contamination
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Expands to 20 States
The cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce has expanded to 20 states, with 11,458 reported illnesses and two confirmed deaths in Michigan. The outbreak has recently added Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas as affected areas. Taylor Farms is at the center of the outbreak. The parasite causes diarrhea. Food safety advocates warn of increasing production risks.
Why it matters
The outbreak's expansion and the number of illnesses highlight concerns over food safety and the challenges in controlling parasitic outbreaks linked to produce. Cyclosporiasis is a diarrheal disease caused by the Cyclospora parasite. The outbreak's impact on public health and the produce industry is significant.
What is confirmed
- The cyclosporiasis outbreak has spread to 20 states.
- A total of 11,458 people have been sickened across the United States.
- Two deaths have been confirmed in Michigan.
- Taylor Farms is the produce company at the center of the outbreak.
- The outbreak is linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce.
What to watch next
- Further expansion of affected states
- Updates on the investigation into Taylor Farms
- Recalls of contaminated produce
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Total Hits 11,458 Cases as Three More States Affected
A record-setting cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has sickened 11,458 people across the United States. Health officials recently expanded the affected areas to include Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas. The parasite causes diarrhea, and food safety advocates warn that risks to production are increasing. Taylor Farms is the produce company at the center of the outbreak, which has previously spread to 21 states and resulted in two confirmed deaths in Michigan.
Why it matters
The outbreak is linked to a supplier for Taylor Farms that federal records show frequently failed to submit required workplace injury logs. This failure occurred at at least four facilities where employees experienced fatal or serious injuries.
What is confirmed
- A parasite outbreak in iceberg lettuce has sickened 11,458 people nationwide.
- Health officials added Georgia, Tennessee, and Texas to the list of affected states.
- Two deaths in Michigan were confirmed during the outbreak.
- Taylor Farms is the produce company at the center of the outbreak.
What to watch next
- Further state expansions of the outbreak
- Updates on food safety production risks
- New recall notices for iceberg lettuce
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Taylor Farms supplier failed to report workplace injuries during outbreak
Taylor Farms is the produce company at the center of a U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak. A Reuters review of federal records reveals a supplier to the company frequently failed to submit federally required workplace injury logs in recent years. This failure includes at least four facilities where employees suffered serious or fatal injuries. The outbreak previously expanded to 21 states, with at least 10,000 cases reported across 47 states and two confirmed deaths in Michigan.
Why it matters
Cyclosporiasis is a parasitic infection often linked to contaminated produce like iceberg lettuce. This outbreak has shifted consumer behavior in states like Illinois toward local farmers. Critics suggest the crisis reveals a weakened foodborne disease protection infrastructure and a lack of public health investment.
What is confirmed
- Taylor Farms is the produce company at the center of a U.S. cyclospora outbreak.
- A Reuters review of federal records found a supplier to Taylor Farms frequently failed to submit federally required workplace injury logs.
- The supplier failed to report logs for at least four facilities where workers suffered fatal or otherwise serious injuries.
What to watch next
- Federal investigations into Taylor Farms supplier compliance
- Updates on the total case count across the 47 affected states
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Iceberg lettuce linked to multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak
A multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has spread to 21 states, with at least 10,000 cases reported across 47 states. Michigan health officials confirmed two deaths. In Illinois, the outbreak has driven consumers to buy produce from local farmers, who report a jump in demand. Some critics argue the event highlights a lack of investment and expertise within the public health system and a weakened foodborne disease protection infrastructure.
Why it matters
Cyclosporiasis is caused by a parasite often linked to contaminated produce. This outbreak is significant due to the high case count and the resulting shift in consumer purchasing habits. The scale of the event has sparked a debate over the adequacy of current food safety protections.
What is confirmed
- A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce has spread to 21 states.
- At least 10,000 cases are reported across 47 states.
- Michigan health officials confirmed two deaths associated with the outbreak.
Still unconfirmed
- The current foodborne disease protection infrastructure is weakened.
- The public health system lacks sufficient investment and expertise.
What to watch next
- Identification of the six newest states affected by the outbreak
- Official reports on the total number of fatalities beyond Michigan
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Expands to Six More States
A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce has spread to 15 states, with at least 10,000 cases reported across 47 states. Michigan health officials have confirmed two deaths associated with the outbreak. The outbreak has expanded to six additional states, though which ones are not specified. The parasite is linked to lettuce, but some critics argue the current foodborne disease protection infrastructure is weakened.
Why it matters
This outbreak is the largest known occurrence of the parasite. The expansion of the outbreak to more states and the reported deaths highlight the severity of the situation. The source of the contaminated lettuce and the full extent of the outbreak are still being investigated. The US food safety system is under scrutiny amid criticisms of weakened protections.
What is confirmed
- At least 10,000 cases of cyclosporiasis are reported across 47 states.
- The outbreak has spread to 15 states, including six added recently.
- Michigan health officials have confirmed two deaths associated with the outbreak.
Still unconfirmed
- Some critics suggest the current foodborne disease protection infrastructure under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is weakened.
What to watch next
- Further details on the states newly affected by the outbreak
- Investigation into the source of the contaminated lettuce
- Updates on the number of cases and any additional deaths
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Spreads to 15 States with First Reported Deaths
A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce has spread to 15 states, including six added this week. At least 10,000 cases are reported across 47 states, making it the largest known occurrence of the parasite. Michigan health officials have confirmed the first two deaths associated with the outbreak. While the parasite is linked to lettuce, some critics suggest the current foodborne disease protection infrastructure under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is weakened.
Why it matters
Cyclosporiasis is caused by a parasite that typically contaminates produce. This specific event is notable for its scale and the emergence of fatalities. Officials are monitoring the spread across the U.S. to identify the contamination source.
What is confirmed
- The cyclosporiasis outbreak is linked to contaminated lettuce.
- At least 10,000 cases have been reported across 47 states.
- The outbreak has expanded to 15 states, including six new states added this week.
- Michigan health officials report the first two deaths linked to the outbreak.
Still unconfirmed
- The outbreak exposes a weakened foodborne disease protection infrastructure under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
What to watch next
- Identification of the specific lettuce farms or distributors responsible for the contamination
- Updates on death tolls from other affected states
- Federal regulatory responses from the Department of Health and Human Services
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Expands to 15 States
The cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce has expanded to 15 states, with six new states added this week. At least 10,000 cases have been reported across 47 states. The outbreak is described as the largest known occurrence of the parasite. Michigan health officials report the first two deaths linked to the outbreak.
Why it matters
The outbreak is significant as it is the largest known occurrence of cyclosporiasis. The FDA has linked the spread to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce. The contaminated lettuce was distributed to 29 states.
What is confirmed
- The CDC reports a cyclosporiasis outbreak has reached 47 states with cases now exceeding 10,000.
- Michigan health officials report the first two deaths linked to the outbreak.
- The FDA has linked the spread to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce, with products distributed to 29 states and confirmed cases in 15 states.
- A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce has expanded to 15 states, with six states added this week.
What to watch next
- Further expansion of the outbreak to additional states
- FDA update on recalled Taylor Farms lettuce products
- CDC report on the cause of the outbreak
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Expands to 47 States with First Reported Deaths
The CDC reports a cyclosporiasis outbreak has reached 47 states with cases now exceeding 10,000. Michigan health officials report the first two deaths linked to the outbreak and a local case count surpassing 12,000. The FDA has linked the spread to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce, with products distributed to 29 states and confirmed cases in 15 states. The outbreak is described by the CDC as the largest known occurrence of the parasite.
Why it matters
Cyclospora is a parasite that causes gastrointestinal illness. This outbreak is significant due to its scale and the emergence of fatalities. Officials are tracking the distribution of contaminated produce to prevent further infections.
What is confirmed
- The CDC reports cyclosporiasis cases have topped 10,000 and reached 47 states.
- Michigan reported the first two deaths linked to the outbreak.
- The total number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan is over 12,000.
- The FDA linked cases to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce.
- Taylor Farms products were distributed to 29 states.
Still unconfirmed
- The outbreak has expanded to six more states.
- Iowa has joined the CDC list of states in the outbreak.
- Florida cyclosporiasis cases have risen to 342.
- The outbreak has widened to 15 states.
- The outbreak is linked to lettuce in Ohio.
- The outbreak has widened to 15 states according to a report.
What to watch next
- Identification of the specific source of contamination within Taylor Farms' supply chain
- Further death reports from states beyond Michigan
- Updated case counts from the CDC as the 47-state expansion is analyzed
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- cbsnews.com — Michigan cyclosporiasis case count jumps by 715 cases, total now over 12,000
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Expands to 47 States with First Reported Deaths
The CDC has expanded the largest known cyclosporiasis outbreak to 47 states, with total cases now exceeding 10,000. Health officials in Michigan report the first two deaths linked to the outbreak, where case counts have surpassed 12,000. The FDA has connected the cases to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce, which was distributed across 29 states, though confirmed cases are currently linked to 15 states. Florida has reported 342 cases as the parasite continues to spread across the country.
Why it matters
Cyclosporiasis is caused by a parasite often linked to contaminated produce. This current outbreak is the largest of its kind ever recorded. The scale of the spread across nearly every U.S. state indicates a widespread failure in the food supply chain.
What is confirmed
- The CDC reports cyclosporiasis cases have topped 10,000 and reached 47 states.
- Michigan health officials report over 12,000 cases of cyclosporiasis.
- Two deaths in Michigan are linked to the cyclospora outbreak.
- The FDA linked cyclosporiasis cases to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce.
- Taylor Farms lettuce products were distributed to 29 states.
- The CDC expanded the outbreak list to 15 states.
Still unconfirmed
- Florida cyclosporiasis cases have risen to 342.
- Iowa has joined the CDC list of states in the outbreak.
What to watch next
- FDA updates on the source of contamination within Taylor Farms lettuce
- CDC reports on additional fatalities in other affected states
- Official confirmation of the total case count in Florida and Iowa
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (18)
- CNN — First deaths reported in cyclosporiasis outbreak
- BBC — Michigan reports first two deaths linked to cyclospora outbreak
- The Washington Post — CDC expands largest known cyclospora outbreak to 15 states
- The New York Times — C.D.C. Expands Cyclosporiasis Outbreak to More States
- USA Today — Cyclospora cases top 10,000, reach 47 states, CDC says in update
- NBC News — Cyclosporiasis outbreak has expanded to six more states
- The Daily Beast — Deadly Diarrhea Virus Spreads to 6 New States
- Forbes — Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Has Widened To 15 States, Report Says—What To Know
- The Detroit News — Total number of cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan surpasses 12,000
- Reuters — Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan climb to over 12,000, state health officials say
- The Des Moines Register — Iowa joins CDC's list of states in largest cyclosporiasis outbreak
- cbsnews.com — Michigan cyclosporiasis case count jumps by 715 cases, total now over 12,000