FDA says new cyclospora outbreak linked to unspecified product
Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating a new outbreak of cyclospora linked to an unknown food product. Cyclospora is a parasite that causes stomach illness, and health officials have reported thousands of cases across several states.Key Facts
- The FDA has not yet identified the source of the new cyclospora outbreak.
- Investigators are tracing the supply chain to find the origin of the contamination.
- Previous outbreaks involved iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, which was recalled.
- Cyclospora is a parasite that causes an illness called cyclosporiasis, with symptoms like severe diarrhea.
- Cooking can kill cyclospora, but washing fruits and vegetables may not fully remove it.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed 1,645 cases since May 1, with 141 hospitalizations.
- State reports, like Michigan’s, show much higher case numbers, with over 7,600 confirmed illnesses.
- The CDC believes many cases are not diagnosed or reported, so actual numbers are likely higher.
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