A Cycle of Contamination: The US Faces Another Summer of Cyclospora Outbreaks The cyclosporiasis outbreak in the United States is a stark reminder of the complexities involved in ensuring food safety, particularly when it comes to produce.
At least 34 states have reported cases of this parasitic infection. The scale of contamination is striking.
Over 1,600 cases are linked to Taylor Farms' shredded iceberg lettuce, and Michigan has confirmed more than 5,000 cases of cyclosporiasis.