U.S. health authorities confirm 7,000 cyclosporiasis cases linked to lettuce
Health authorities in the United States confirmed at least 7,000 cases of cyclosporiasis linked to contaminated food. The outbreak, which has spread to 36 states since May, has prompted investigations focusing on lettuce and salad greens as potential sources. As of now, 141 individuals have been hospitalized amid ongoing meal tracing efforts by various health departments.
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Published 16 Jul 2026, 02:53 UTC · Updated 16 Jul 2026, 03:00 UTC
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