How to know what’s safe to eat amid the Cyclospora and Salmonella outbreaks
The US is experiencing several foodborne illness outbreaks, including Cyclospora and Salmonella. To stay safe, consumers should check for recalls and follow proper food handling and cooking procedures. Food safety specialists recommend verifying the safety of produce and eggs before consumption. Multiple recalls have been issued, and the situation is being closely monitored.
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- ✓ The US is experiencing multiple foodborne illness outbreaks, including Cyclospora and Salmonella.
- ✓ Food safety specialists recommend verifying the safety of produce and eggs before consumption.
- ✓ Multiple recalls have been issued due to contamination concerns.
What changed
Additional recalls have been issued as the outbreaks continue to unfold.
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US faces multiple foodborne illness outbreaks
The US is experiencing several foodborne illness outbreaks, including Cyclospora and Salmonella. To stay safe, consumers should check for recalls and follow proper food handling and cooking procedures. Food safety specialists recommend verifying the safety of produce and eggs before consumption. Multiple recalls have been issued, and the situation is being closely monitored.
Why it matters
Foodborne illness outbreaks are a significant public health concern, especially during peak summer months. The current outbreaks involve Cyclospora and Salmonella, which can cause severe symptoms. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health agencies are working to identify the sources of the outbreaks and prevent further illnesses.
What is confirmed
- The US is experiencing multiple foodborne illness outbreaks, including Cyclospora and Salmonella.
- Food safety specialists recommend verifying the safety of produce and eggs before consumption.
- Multiple recalls have been issued due to contamination concerns.
What to watch next
- Further recalls and updates from health agencies
- CDC guidance on safe food handling and cooking procedures
- Investigations into the sources of the outbreaks
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (6)
- CIDRAP — More recalls as US faces several foodborne illness outbreaks
- CNN — It’s not just a gut feeling: Foodborne illness outbreaks are especially bad this summer
- WJAR — Food safety specialist Nicole Richard shares tips to avoid cyclospora and salmonella
- First Alert 4 — How to know what’s safe to eat amid the Cyclospora and Salmonella outbreaks
- WMUR — Food recalls in 2026: What the data shows so far
- KATV — From lettuce to eggs, food safety concerns raise questions for Arkansas shoppers
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