Cyclospora Outbreak Affects Over 1,400 in US, Linked to Mexican Lettuce

More than 1,400 individuals across 41 US states have been infected with Cyclospora cayetanensis, a parasitic stomach illness, leading to 308 hospitalizations. US officials suspect lettuce from Mexico as the source, although Mexico's Health Ministry disputes this claim. This ongoing outbreak highlights concerns about foodborne illness and international food safety.