Explosive diarrhea outbreak: Lettuce tests positive for cyclospora, FDA says
A cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce has prompted a multi-state recall, affecting 27 states.
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A cyclospora outbreak has been linked to lettuce, prompting a recall by Taylor Farms. The recall affects lettuce shipped to 27 states, including North Carolina, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. The FDA has confirmed the presence of cyclospora in the lettuce, which is associated with explosive diarrhea.
Coverage from Yahoo, BBC, KXAN Austin, and Boston.com emphasizes the widespread recall and the identification of Taylor Farms as the source. Reports highlight the potential health risks and the extensive reach of the affected products. Watch for updates on the scope of the outbreak and any additional states or products that may be affected.
Coverage does not yet specify the extent of the outbreak or consumer guidance.
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Quick answers
What is cyclospora?
Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause an intestinal illness known as cyclosporiasis. Symptoms include explosive diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, muscle aches, and fever.
Which states are affected by the lettuce recall?
The recall affects lettuce shipped to 27 states, including North Carolina, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
What should consumers do if they have the recalled lettuce?
Consumers should discard the recalled lettuce and avoid consuming it. Coverage does not yet specify additional consumer guidance.
Coverage (8)
- Iceberg lettuce recall grows to 27 states amid parasite concern Yahoo · 5h ago
- Ohio residents sue Taco Bell, say they got cyclospora after eating at restaurants Yahoo · 5h ago
- Effingham restaurant tosses 750 pounds of lettuce amid nationwide recall Yahoo · 8h ago
- Walmart pulls Marketside iceberg lettuce salads from stores in Florida and Georgia over Cyclospora concerns CBS News · 8h ago
- North Carolina included in Taylor Farms lettuce recall shipped to 27 states over cyclospora risk Yahoo · 13h ago
- Health officials identify source of US explosive diarrhoea outbreak BBC · 13h ago
- California farm company identified as possible cyclosporiasis outbreak source: Reports KXAN Austin · 1d ago
- Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states, including Mass. and NH, over cyclospora risk Boston.com · 1d ago
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