Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Lettuce Expands to Nine U.S. States

A multi-state outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite causing diarrheal illness, has now spread to nine U.S. states, with nearly 2,000 confirmed cases and almost 100 hospitalizations. Health authorities are investigating shredded lettuce from a Mexican farm as the likely source. This ongoing investigation aims to contain the spread and prevent further illness.