US officials declare an end to record-setting cyclospora outbreak, but its origin is still unknown

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1. 1d ago

   US officials end record-setting cyclospora outbreak

   US health officials declared the largest cyclosporiasis outbreak in US history over after 12,883 illnesses. The FDA confirmed on Friday that all recalled iceberg lettuce linked to the incident is off the market. The parasite, which causes watery diarrhea and spreads through human feces, affected 21 states. Michigan reported the highest number of cases. Despite the end of the outbreak and the conclusion of inspections at a Mexican facility, the exact source of the contamination remains unknown.

   Why it matters

   Cyclospora is a microscopic, spherical parasite. This 2026 event set a record for the most cases of the parasite associated with a single outbreak in the United States.

   What is confirmed

   • The CDC declared the largest US Cyclospora outbreak over after 12,883 illnesses.
   • The FDA confirmed all recalled iceberg lettuce tied to the outbreak has been removed from the market.
   • The outbreak affected 21 states, with Michigan hit hardest.
   • Cyclospora is a microscopic, spherical parasite that spreads through human feces and commonly causes watery diarrhea.
   • The origin of the contamination remains unknown.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The illnesses were tied to Taylor Farms lettuce.
   • The FDA has ended inspections at a Mexican facility.

   What to watch next

   • Identification of the specific contamination source
   • Future FDA inspection reports regarding Mexican produce facilities
   Sources used for this update (5)

   1. www.ibtimes.sg — Is the Cyclospora Outbreak Over? CDC Declares Record 2026 Outbreak Ended After 12,883 Illnesses
   2. www.whec.com — US officials declare an end to record-setting cyclospora outbreak, but its origin is still unknown
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2. 3d ago

   US officials declare record-setting cyclospora outbreak over

   The CDC and other US health officials have declared an end to the largest cyclosporiasis outbreak in US history. The FDA confirmed on Friday that all recalled iceberg lettuce tied to the incident has been removed from the market. While the outbreak is officially over, officials state the origin of the contamination remains unknown. This event marks a record for the number of cases associated with the parasite in the United States.

   Why it matters

   Cyclospora is a parasite that causes food poisoning. This outbreak specifically involved iceberg lettuce, leading to widespread recalls and affecting national food supplies.

   What is confirmed

   • The CDC declared the record US cyclosporiasis outbreak is over.
   • The FDA stated on Friday that all recalled iceberg lettuce linked to the outbreak is off the market.
   • This was the largest cyclospora food poisoning outbreak in US history.
   • The origin of the outbreak remains unknown.

   What to watch next

   • Identification of the specific source of the contamination
   • FDA reports on long-term prevention measures for leafy greens
   Sources used for this update (6)

   1. The New York Times — U.S. Officials Expected to Announce Cyclospora Outbreak Is Over
   2. CNBC — Record U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak is over, CDC says
   3. The Guardian — US lettuce prices chopped as costs for other goods remain stubbornly high
   4. AP News — US officials declare an end to record-setting cyclospora outbreak, but its origin is still unknown
   5. WSJ — CDC Declares Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Iceberg Lettuce as Over
   6. www.twincities.com — US officials declare an end to record-setting cyclospora outbreak, but its origin is still unknown
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