US says more than 1,400 infected by parasitic Cyclospora illness outbreak
Summary
More than 4,100 people in the U.S. have been infected with a stomach illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite. The CDC reports 308 hospitalizations across 41 states, with no deaths, and linked many cases to contaminated lettuce from a U.S. company that imports from Mexico.Key Facts
- Over 4,100 Cyclospora infection cases have been reported in the U.S. so far.
- 308 people have been hospitalized due to the illness in 41 states.
- No deaths have been reported from this outbreak.
- Symptoms appear about a week after exposure and include frequent diarrhea lasting weeks.
- The CDC is reviewing 7,400 more suspected cases, and the total number may grow.
- Many infections have been linked to contaminated lettuce, particularly iceberg lettuce from a U.S. company called Taylor Farms.
- Taylor Farms recalled Mexican-grown lettuce on July 17 after investigations.
- Mexican health officials say there is no proof the outbreak started in the Mexican state of Guanajuato, despite U.S. agency investigations.
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave conflicting reports about testing positive for the parasite but continues to investigate Taylor Farms' Mexican supply chain as a likely source.
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